HeyRuaHow to say “shelter” in Irish
- Irish:
- scáthlán
- English:
- shelter, screen, shade, booth
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “SKAW-hlawn” /ˈsˠkaːhl̪ˠaːn̪ˠ/
- Plural:
- scáthláin (shelters)
- Genitive singular:
- scáthláin, an scáthláin (e.g. díon an scáthláin, the roof of the shelter)
- Genitive plural:
- scáthlán, na scáthlán (e.g. tógáil na scáthlán, the building of the shelters)
What does “scáthlán” mean?
“Scáthlán” has four alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- shelter
- A small open-sided structure that gives protection from the weather, such as a bus shelter.Also: bus shelter, shed, hut.
3 other meanings: screen or shade or booth
- 2screen
- A panel or covering that shields something from view, heat or light.Also: shield, fire screen.
- 3shade
- A cover that softens or blocks light, such as a lampshade or visor.Also: lampshade, visor.
- 4booth
- A small enclosed or partly enclosed stall or compartment.Also: stall.
Other Irish words for shelter: dídean (shelter), fothain (shelter), foscadh (shelter)
“Scáthlán” with the article
The plural of shelter in Irish is scáthláin. Here is scáthlán after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Scáthlán” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using scáthlán, the Irish word for shelter.
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Shelter in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for shelter?
The Irish for shelter is scáthlán (pronounced “SKAW-hlawn”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is scáthláin. Depending on context it can also mean screen or shade or booth.
How do you pronounce scáthlán in Irish?
Scáthlán is said like “SKAW-hlawn” (IPA /ˈsˠkaːhl̪ˠaːn̪ˠ/).
What is the plural of shelter in Irish?
The plural of scáthlán is scáthláin; with the article, na scáthláin means “the shelters”. The genitive plural is scáthlán, as in tógáil na scáthlán (the building of the shelters).
Does scáthlán have more than one meaning?
Yes. Scáthlán can mean shelter, screen, shade or booth, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between scáthlán and scáileán?
Scáthlán is a shelter or protective screen, while scáileán is a display screen, as on a television or computer.
