HeyRuaHow to say “writing” in Irish
- Irish:
- scríbhinn
- English:
- writing, handwriting
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “SHKREE-vin” /ˈʃcɾʲiːvʲənʲ/
- Plural:
- scríbhinní
- Genitive singular:
- scríbhinne, na scríbhinne (e.g. teideal na scríbhinne, the title of the document)
- Genitive plural:
- scríbhinní, na scríbhinní (e.g. bailiúchán na scríbhinní, the collection of the writings)
What does “scríbhinn” mean?
“Scríbhinn” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- writing
- Something written down, such as a document, text or piece of written work.Also: document, written text, manuscript, script.
1 other meaning: handwriting
- 2handwriting
- The way a person writes by hand; penmanship.Also: penmanship, script.
Other Irish words for writing: scríobh (writing), scríobh (writing), scríbhneoireacht (writing)
“Scríbhinn” with the article
The plural of writing in Irish is scríbhinní. Here is scríbhinn after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Scríbhinn” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using scríbhinn, the Irish word for writing.
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Writing in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for writing?
The Irish for writing is scríbhinn (pronounced “SHKREE-vin”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is scríbhinní. Depending on context it can also mean handwriting.
How do you pronounce scríbhinn in Irish?
Scríbhinn is said like “SHKREE-vin” (IPA /ˈʃcɾʲiːvʲənʲ/).
What is the plural of writing in Irish?
The plural of scríbhinn is scríbhinní; with the article, it is na scríbhinní. The genitive plural is scríbhinní, as in bailiúchán na scríbhinní (the collection of the writings).
Does scríbhinn have more than one meaning?
Yes. Scríbhinn can mean writing or handwriting, depending on context; the first is the most common.
How do I say 'in writing' in Irish?
Use 'i scríbhinn', for example 'Teastaíonn sé uaim i scríbhinn' means 'I need it in writing'.
What is the difference between scríbhinn and scríbhneoireacht?
'Scríbhinn' is a written piece or document, while 'scríbhneoireacht' is the activity or craft of writing.
