HeyRuaHow to say “slate” in Irish
- Irish:
- scláta
- English:
- slate, slate (writing)
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “SKLAW-tuh” /ˈsklˠɑːt̪ˠə/
- Plural:
- sclátaí (slates)
- Genitive singular:
- scláta, an scláta (e.g. dath an scláta, the colour of the slate)
- Genitive plural:
- sclátaí, na sclátaí (e.g. díon sclátaí, a slate roof)
What does “scláta” mean?
“Scláta” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- slate
- A thin flat piece of grey stone used for covering roofs.Also: roof slate, roofing slate.
1 other meaning: slate (writing)
- 2slate (writing)
- A small board of slate that children once wrote on with chalk or a pencil.Also: slate, writing slate, school slate.
“Scláta” with the article
The plural of slate in Irish is sclátaí. Here is scláta after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Scláta” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using scláta, the Irish word for slate.
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Slate in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for slate?
The Irish for slate is scláta (pronounced “SKLAW-tuh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is sclátaí. Depending on context it can also mean slate (writing).
How do you pronounce scláta in Irish?
Scláta is said like “SKLAW-tuh” (IPA /ˈsklˠɑːt̪ˠə/).
What is the plural of slate in Irish?
The plural of scláta is sclátaí; with the article, na sclátaí means “the slates”. The genitive plural is sclátaí, as in díon sclátaí (a slate roof).
Does scláta have more than one meaning?
Yes. Scláta can mean slate or slate (writing), depending on context; the first is the most common.
Can 'scláta' mean a 'clean slate' as in English?
Not usually as a direct calque; Irish tends to say 'tús nua' (a fresh start) rather than a phrase with 'scláta'.
