HeyRuaHow to say “tassel” in Irish
- Irish:
- bobailín
- English:
- tassel, tuft
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “BUB-uh-leen” /ˈbˠɔbˠəlʲiːnʲ/
- Plural:
- bobailíní (tassels)
- Genitive singular:
- bobailín, an bhobailín (e.g. snáth an bhobailín, the tassel's thread)
- Genitive plural:
- bobailíní, na mbobailíní (e.g. hata bobailíní, a hat with tassels)
What does “bobailín” mean?
“Bobailín” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- tassel
- A bunch of threads or a small ball of wool hanging or sitting as decoration, for example on a cap or cushion.Also: bobble, pompom, tuft.
1 other meaning: tuft
- 2tuft
- A small bunch or tuft of something such as hair or grass.Also: wisp, bunch.
“Bobailín” with the article
The plural of tassel in Irish is bobailíní. Here is bobailín after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Bobailín” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using bobailín, the Irish word for tassel.
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Tassel in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for tassel?
The Irish for tassel is bobailín (pronounced “BUB-uh-leen”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is bobailíní. Depending on context it can also mean tuft.
How do you pronounce bobailín in Irish?
Bobailín is said like “BUB-uh-leen” (IPA /ˈbˠɔbˠəlʲiːnʲ/).
What is the plural of tassel in Irish?
The plural of bobailín is bobailíní; with the article, na bobailíní means “the tassels”. The genitive plural is bobailíní, as in hata bobailíní (a hat with tassels).
Does bobailín have more than one meaning?
Yes. Bobailín can mean tassel or tuft, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does bobailín change to bhobailín or mbobailín?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) bobailín becomes mo bhobailín (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár mbobailín (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'bobailín' and 'scothóg'?
Both can mean tassel; 'scothóg' is common for a tassel or tuft, while 'bobailín' is often used for a bobble or pompom on a hat.
