HeyRuaHow to say “strap” in Irish
- Irish:
- strapa
- English:
- strap, strop
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “STRAP-uh” /ˈsˠt̪ˠɾˠapˠə/
- Plural:
- strapaí (straps)
- Genitive singular:
- strapa, an strapa (e.g. búcla an strapa, the buckle of the strap)
- Genitive plural:
- strapaí, na strapaí (e.g. búclaí na strapaí, the buckles of the straps)
What does “strapa” mean?
“Strapa” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- strap
- A strip of leather or other material used for fastening or holding something.Also: band, thong.
1 other meaning: strop
- 2strop
- A leather strap used for sharpening a razor.Also: razor strop, razor strap.
“Strapa” with the article
The plural of strap in Irish is strapaí. Here is strapa after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Strapa” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using strapa, the Irish word for strap.
Other nouns in Irish
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Strap in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for strap?
The Irish for strap is strapa (pronounced “STRAP-uh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is strapaí. Depending on context it can also mean strop.
How do you pronounce strapa in Irish?
Strapa is said like “STRAP-uh” (IPA /ˈsˠt̪ˠɾˠapˠə/).
What is the plural of strap in Irish?
The plural of strapa is strapaí; with the article, na strapaí means “the straps”. The genitive plural is strapaí, as in búclaí na strapaí (the buckles of the straps).
Does strapa have more than one meaning?
Yes. Strapa can mean strap or strop, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between 'strapa' and 'iall'?
'Strapa' is a strap or strop in general, while 'iall' is more a thong, lace or leash, as in 'iall bróige' (shoelace).
