HeyRuaHow to say “task” in Irish
- Irish:
- tasc
- English:
- task, piecework
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “task” /t̪ˠasˠk/
- Plural:
- tascanna (tasks)
- Genitive singular:
- taisc, an taisc (e.g. deireadh an taisc, the end of the task)
- Genitive plural:
- tascanna, na dtascanna (e.g. liosta na dtascanna, the list of tasks)
What does “tasc” mean?
“Tasc” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- task
- A set piece of work that someone has to do.Also: job, assignment, chore.
1 other meaning: piecework
- 2piecework
- Work paid for by the amount done rather than by time, as in 'obair taisc'.Also: taskwork, stint.
“Tasc” with the article
The plural of task in Irish is tascanna. Here is tasc after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Tasc” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using tasc, the Irish word for task.
Other nouns in Irish
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Task in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for task?
The Irish for task is tasc (pronounced “task”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is tascanna. Depending on context it can also mean piecework.
How do you pronounce tasc in Irish?
Tasc is said like “task” (IPA /t̪ˠasˠk/).
What is the plural of task in Irish?
The plural of tasc is tascanna; with the article, na tascanna means “the tasks”. The genitive plural is tascanna, as in liosta na dtascanna (the list of tasks).
Does tasc have more than one meaning?
Yes. Tasc can mean task or piecework, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does tasc change to thasc or dtasc?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) tasc becomes mo thasc (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár dtasc (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'tasc' and 'jab'?
'Tasc' is a particular task or assignment, while 'jab' is more often a job in the sense of employment or an informal piece of work.
