HeyRuaHow to say “separation” in Irish
- Irish:
- scaradh
- English:
- separation, spreading, marital separation
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- scar, to separate (ag scaradh, separating)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “SKAR-uh” /ˈskaɾˠə/
- Genitive singular:
- scartha, an scartha (e.g. am an scartha, the time of parting)
What does “scaradh” mean?
“Scaradh” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- separation
- The act of separating or parting from someone or something; verbal noun of the verb 'scar'.Also: parting, separating, split.
2 other meanings: spreading or marital separation
- 2spreading
- The act of spreading something out, such as hay, manure or a cloth; verbal noun of 'scar'.Also: spreading out, scattering.
- 3marital separation
- The formal ending of living together as a married couple without divorce.Also: separation, legal separation.
Other Irish words for separation: dealú (separation)
“Scaradh” as a verbal noun
After ag, scaradh means separating: it is the verbal noun of the verb scar (to separate). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Scaradh” with the article
Here is scaradh after the article (an t-alt).
“Scaradh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using scaradh, the Irish word for separation.
Other nouns in Irish
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Separation in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for separation?
The Irish for separation is scaradh (pronounced “SKAR-uh”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean spreading or marital separation.
How do you pronounce scaradh in Irish?
Scaradh is said like “SKAR-uh” (IPA /ˈskaɾˠə/).
Does scaradh have a plural?
No plural form is given for scaradh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does scaradh have more than one meaning?
Yes. Scaradh can mean separation, spreading or marital separation, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between 'scaradh' and 'colscaradh'?
'Scaradh' is a separation or parting in general, including a marital separation, while 'colscaradh' means divorce.
