HeyRuaHow to say “squash” in Irish
- Irish:
- scuais
- English:
- squash
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “skoo-ish” /skuəʃ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- scuaise, na scuaise (e.g. cúirt scuaise, squash court)
What does “scuais” mean?
“Scuais” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- squash
- An indoor racket sport in which two players hit a small rubber ball against the walls of a closed court.Also: squash game, squash racquets.
1 other meaning:
- 2squash
- A concentrated fruit drink that is diluted with water before drinking.Also: cordial, fruit squash, orange squash.
Other Irish words for squash: puimcín (pumpkin)
“Scuais” with the article
Here is scuais after the article (an t-alt).
an scuais
the squash
No change after an
“Scuais” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using scuais, the Irish word for squash.
Imrím scuais gach Céadaoin.
I play squash every Wednesday.
Is cluiche tapa í an scuais.
Squash is a fast game.
Chuir mé in áirithe cúirt scuaise don tráthnóna.
I booked a squash court for the evening.
Cheannaigh sí raicéad scuaise nua.
She bought a new squash racket.
Ar mhaith leat gloine scuaise?
Would you like a glass of squash?
Cuir uisce leis an scuais oráiste.
Add water to the orange squash.
Bhí mé tuirseach tar éis cluiche scuaise.
I was tired after a game of squash.
Other nouns in Irish
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Squash in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for squash?
The Irish for squash is scuais (pronounced “skoo-ish”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce scuais in Irish?
Scuais is said like “skoo-ish” (IPA /skuəʃ/).
Does scuais have a plural?
No plural form is given for scuais in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does 'scuais' mean the vegetable squash?
No, 'scuais' is the sport or the diluted drink. The vegetable is usually called 'puimcín' or described another way.
