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Accommodation in Irish (Cóiríocht): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage

‘cóiríocht’ also means: arrangement

The Irish for accommodation is cóiríocht, a feminine noun.
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How to say “accommodation” in Irish

Irish:
cóiríocht
English:
accommodation, arrangement
Word type:
noun
Gender:
feminine, third declension
Pronunciation:
“KOH-ree-ukht”  /ˈkoːɾʲiːxt̪/
Various forms
Genitive singular:
cóiríochta, na cóiríochta (e.g. costas na cóiríochta, the cost of the accommodation)

What does “cóiríocht” mean?

“Cóiríocht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.

accommodation
A place to live or stay, such as a house, flat or room.Also: lodging, housing, lodgings.
1 other meaning: arrangement
2arrangement
The way something is fitted out, arranged or set in order; also a musical arrangement.Also: fitting out, setting.

Other Irish words for accommodation: lóistín (lodging)

“Cóiríocht” with the article

Here is cóiríocht after the article (an t-alt).

an chóiríocht
the accommodation
Lenition: c becomes ch after an (feminine noun)

“Cóiríocht” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using cóiríocht, the Irish word for accommodation.

Tá an scoil i gcóiríocht shealadach le bliain.
The school has been in temporary accommodation for a year.
Táimid ag lorg cóiríochta i mBaile Átha Cliath.
We're looking for accommodation in Dublin.
Bhí an chóiríocht go hiontach sa Ghaeltacht.
The accommodation was great in the Gaeltacht.
Tá cóiríocht ar fáil do mhic léinn.
Accommodation is available for students.
Cé mhéad a d'íoc tú as an gcóiríocht?
How much did you pay for the accommodation?
Tá praghas na cóiríochta ró-ard sa chathair.
The price of accommodation is too high in the city.
Chuir an coláiste cóiríocht ar fáil dúinn.
The college provided us with accommodation.

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Accommodation in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for accommodation?

The Irish for accommodation is cóiríocht (pronounced “KOH-ree-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean arrangement.

How do you pronounce cóiríocht in Irish?

Cóiríocht is said like “KOH-ree-ukht” (IPA /ˈkoːɾʲiːxt̪/).

Does cóiríocht have a plural?

No plural form is given for cóiríocht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.

Does cóiríocht have more than one meaning?

Yes. Cóiríocht can mean accommodation or arrangement, depending on context; the first is the most common.

Why does cóiríocht change to chóiríocht or gcóiríocht?

Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) cóiríocht becomes mo chóiríocht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcóiríocht (eclipsis).

What is the difference between cóiríocht and lóistín?

Cóiríocht is the general, often official word for accommodation, while lóistín usually means lodgings, especially staying in someone's house as a paying guest.

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