HeyRuaHow to say “stump” in Irish
- Irish:
- stumpán
- English:
- stump, blockhead
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “STUM-pawn” /ˈst̪ˠʊmˠpˠɑːnˠ/
- Plural:
- stumpáin (stumps)
- Genitive singular:
- stumpáin, an stumpáin (e.g. barr an stumpáin, the top of the stump)
- Genitive plural:
- stumpán, na stumpán (e.g. líon na stumpán, the number of stumps)
What does “stumpán” mean?
“Stumpán” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- stump
- A short remaining piece of something, such as a tree, limb or candle; a stump or stub.Also: stub, butt, short piece.
“Stumpán” with the article
The plural of stump in Irish is stumpáin. Here is stumpán after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Stumpán” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using stumpán, the Irish word for stump.
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Stump in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for stump?
The Irish for stump is stumpán (pronounced “STUM-pawn”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is stumpáin. Depending on context it can also mean blockhead.
How do you pronounce stumpán in Irish?
Stumpán is said like “STUM-pawn” (IPA /ˈst̪ˠʊmˠpˠɑːnˠ/).
What is the plural of stump in Irish?
The plural of stumpán is stumpáin; with the article, na stumpáin means “the stumps”. The genitive plural is stumpán, as in líon na stumpán (the number of stumps).
Does stumpán have more than one meaning?
Yes. Stumpán can mean stump or blockhead, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Can 'stumpán' describe a person?
Yes, colloquially 'stumpán' can mean a dull or stupid person, a blockhead, as in 'Is stumpán ceart é'.
