HeyRuaHow to say “trap” in Irish
- Irish:
- gaiste
- English:
- trap, pitfall
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “GASH-tcheh” /ˈɡaʃtʲə/
- Plural:
- gaistí (traps)
- Genitive singular:
- gaiste, an ghaiste (e.g. béal an ghaiste, the mouth of the trap)
- Genitive plural:
- gaistí, na ngaistí (e.g. ag leagan gaistí, setting traps)
What does “gaiste” mean?
“Gaiste” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- trap
- A device or hidden arrangement for catching animals or birds.Also: snare, noose, gin.
1 other meaning: pitfall
- 2pitfall
- A trick or hidden danger that catches someone out.Also: trap, trick, catch.
“Gaiste” with the article
The plural of trap in Irish is gaistí. Here is gaiste after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Gaiste” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using gaiste, the Irish word for trap.
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Trap in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for trap?
The Irish for trap is gaiste (pronounced “GASH-tcheh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is gaistí. Depending on context it can also mean pitfall.
How do you pronounce gaiste in Irish?
Gaiste is said like “GASH-tcheh” (IPA /ˈɡaʃtʲə/).
What is the plural of trap in Irish?
The plural of gaiste is gaistí; with the article, na gaistí means “the traps”. The genitive plural is gaistí, as in ag leagan gaistí (setting traps).
Does gaiste have more than one meaning?
Yes. Gaiste can mean trap or pitfall, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does gaiste change to ghaiste or ngaiste?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) gaiste becomes mo ghaiste (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ngaiste (eclipsis).
How do I say 'set a trap' in Irish?
Use leag: leag sé gaiste, 'he set a trap'. The verb gaistigh means 'to trap or ensnare'.
