HeyRuaHow to say “yelp” in Irish
- Irish:
- sceamh
- English:
- yelp, snappy remark
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “shkyav” /ʃcəu/
- Plural:
- sceamhanna (yelps)
- Genitive singular:
- sceimhe, na sceimhe (e.g. macalla na sceimhe, the echo of the yelp)
- Genitive plural:
- sceamhanna, na sceamhanna (e.g. torann na sceamhanna, the noise of the yelps)
What does “sceamh” mean?
“Sceamh” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- yelp
- A short, sharp cry or bark, especially from a small dog or a hurt animal.Also: yap, bark, squeal.
1 other meaning: snappy remark
- 2snappy remark
- A sharp, snappish or peevish retort made by a person.Also: snap, retort.
Other Irish words for yelp: amhastraigh (bark)
“Sceamh” with the article
The plural of yelp in Irish is sceamhanna. Here is sceamh after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Sceamh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using sceamh, the Irish word for yelp.
Other nouns in Irish
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Yelp in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for yelp?
The Irish for yelp is sceamh (pronounced “shkyav”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is sceamhanna. Depending on context it can also mean snappy remark.
How do you pronounce sceamh in Irish?
Sceamh is said like “shkyav” (IPA /ʃcəu/).
What is the plural of yelp in Irish?
The plural of sceamh is sceamhanna; with the article, na sceamhanna means “the yelps”. The genitive plural is sceamhanna, as in torann na sceamhanna (the noise of the yelps).
Does sceamh have more than one meaning?
Yes. Sceamh can mean yelp or snappy remark, depending on context; the first is the most common. Sceamh also has its own entry as a verb meaning to yelp.
How is 'sceamh' different from 'tafann'?
'Tafann' is ordinary barking, while 'sceamh' is a sharp, high yelp or yap, often from pain or a small dog.
