HeyRuaHow to say “shout” in Irish
- Irish:
- scairteach
- English:
- shout, loud call
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “SKAR-chukh” /ˈskaɾʲtʲəx/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- scairtí, na scairtí (e.g. fuaim na scairtí, the sound of the shouting)
What does “scairteach” mean?
“Scairteach” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- shout
- A loud call or cry made by a person, especially repeated calling out.Also: shouting noise, calling, yell, outcry.
“Scairteach” with the article
Here is scairteach after the article (an t-alt).
an scairteach
the shout
No change after an
“Scairteach” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using scairteach, the Irish word for shout.
Chuala mé scairteach mhór sa ghort.
I heard a great shout in the field.
Lig sé scairteach as nuair a thit sé.
He let out a shout when he fell.
Dhúisigh an scairteach na páistí.
The shouting woke the children.
Ní raibh deireadh leis an scairteach ar maidin.
There was no end to the shouting this morning.
Bhí macalla na scairtí le cloisteáil.
The echo of the shouting could be heard.
Thosaigh an scairteach sa chlós scoile.
The shouting started in the schoolyard.
Bhí scairteach ag an gcoileach go luath.
The cock was crowing early.
Other nouns in Irish
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Shout in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for shout?
The Irish for shout is scairteach (pronounced “SKAR-chukh”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean loud call.
How do you pronounce scairteach in Irish?
Scairteach is said like “SKAR-chukh” (IPA /ˈskaɾʲtʲəx/).
Does scairteach have a plural?
No plural form is given for scairteach in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does scairteach have more than one meaning?
Yes. Scairteach can mean shout or loud call, depending on context; the first is the most common.
How is 'scairteach' different from 'scairt'?
'Scairt' is a single shout or call, while 'scairteach' usually means continued shouting or loud calling.
