HeyRuaHow to say “suit” in Irish
- Irish:
- culaith
- English:
- suit, gear
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KUL-ih” /ˈkʊlˠɪh/
- Plural:
- cultacha (suits)
- Genitive singular:
- culaithe, na culaithe (e.g. póca na culaithe, the suit pocket)
- Genitive plural:
- cultacha, na gcultacha (e.g. siopa cultacha, a suit shop)
What does “culaith” mean?
“Culaith” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- suit
- A set of clothes worn together, such as a jacket and trousers or skirt made of the same material.Also: suit of clothes, outfit, costume.
“Culaith” with the article
The plural of suit in Irish is cultacha. Here is culaith after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Culaith” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using culaith, the Irish word for suit.
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Suit in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for suit?
The Irish for suit is culaith (pronounced “KUL-ih”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is cultacha. Depending on context it can also mean gear.
How do you pronounce culaith in Irish?
Culaith is said like “KUL-ih” (IPA /ˈkʊlˠɪh/).
What is the plural of suit in Irish?
The plural of culaith is cultacha; with the article, na cultacha means “the suits”. The genitive plural is cultacha, as in siopa cultacha (a suit shop).
Does culaith have more than one meaning?
Yes. Culaith can mean suit or gear, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does culaith change to chulaith or gculaith?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) culaith becomes mo chulaith (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gculaith (eclipsis).
How do I say 'swimsuit' or 'tracksuit' in Irish?
Use culaith with a genitive noun: culaith shnámha is a swimsuit and culaith reatha is a tracksuit.
Is culaith the same as éadach?
No, éadach means cloth or clothing in general, while culaith is a full matching outfit or suit.
