HeyRuaHow to say “splinter” in Irish
- Irish:
- scealp
- English:
- splinter, small piece
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “shkyalp” /ʃcalˠpˠ/
- Plural:
- scealpa (splinters)
- Genitive singular:
- sceilpe, na sceilpe (e.g. barr na sceilpe, the tip of the splinter)
- Genitive plural:
- scealp, na scealp (e.g. carn na scealp, the heap of the splinters)
What does “scealp” mean?
“Scealp” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- splinter
- A small sharp piece broken off wood, stone or similar material.Also: chip, sliver, flake.
1 other meaning: small piece
- 2small piece
- A small fragment or bit of something.Also: fragment, bit, scrap.
“Scealp” with the article
The plural of splinter in Irish is scealpa. Here is scealp after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Scealp” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using scealp, the Irish word for splinter.
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Splinter in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for splinter?
The Irish for splinter is scealp (pronounced “shkyalp”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is scealpa. Depending on context it can also mean small piece.
How do you pronounce scealp in Irish?
Scealp is said like “shkyalp” (IPA /ʃcalˠpˠ/).
What is the plural of splinter in Irish?
The plural of scealp is scealpa; with the article, na scealpa means “the splinters”. The genitive plural is scealp, as in carn na scealp (the heap of the splinters).
Does scealp have more than one meaning?
Yes. Scealp can mean splinter or small piece, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between 'scealp' and 'dealg'?
'Scealp' is a splinter broken off wood or stone, while 'dealg' is a thorn or prickle from a plant; both can get stuck in your skin.
