HeyRuaHow to say “waistcoat” in Irish
- Irish:
- vástchóta
- English:
- waistcoat, flannel shirt
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “VAWST-khoh-tuh” /ˈvˠaːsˠt̪ˠˌxoːt̪ˠə/
- Plural:
- vástchótaí (waistcoats)
- Genitive singular:
- vástchóta, an vástchóta (e.g. póca an vástchóta, the waistcoat pocket)
- Genitive plural:
- vástchótaí, na vástchótaí (e.g. cnaipí vástchótaí, waistcoat buttons)
What does “vástchóta” mean?
“Vástchóta” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- waistcoat
- A sleeveless garment worn over a shirt and often under a jacket.Also: vest, gilet.
“Vástchóta” with the article
The plural of waistcoat in Irish is vástchótaí. Here is vástchóta after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Vástchóta” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using vástchóta, the Irish word for waistcoat.
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Waistcoat in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for waistcoat?
The Irish for waistcoat is vástchóta (pronounced “VAWST-khoh-tuh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is vástchótaí. Depending on context it can also mean flannel shirt.
How do you pronounce vástchóta in Irish?
Vástchóta is said like “VAWST-khoh-tuh” (IPA /ˈvˠaːsˠt̪ˠˌxoːt̪ˠə/).
What is the plural of waistcoat in Irish?
The plural of vástchóta is vástchótaí; with the article, na vástchótaí means “the waistcoats”. The genitive plural is vástchótaí, as in cnaipí vástchótaí (waistcoat buttons).
Does vástchóta have more than one meaning?
Yes. Vástchóta can mean waistcoat or flannel shirt, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Is 'vástchóta' the same as 'cóta'?
No, 'cóta' is a coat, while 'vástchóta' is a sleeveless waistcoat worn under a jacket or 'casóg'.
