Arrangement in Irish (Comhshocrú): Meaning

Q: What is the Irish for arrangement?

The Irish for arrangement is comhshocrú (pronounced “KOH-hukh-roo”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean compromise.

Q: Does comhshocrú have more than one meaning?

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

How to say “arrangement” in Irish

Irish:: comhshocrú
English:: arrangement, compromise
Word type:: noun
Gender:: masculine
Pronunciation:: “KOH-hukh-roo” /ˈkoːˌhɔkɾˠuː/

Various forms

Genitive singular:: comhshocraithe, an chomhshocraithe (e.g. téarmaí an chomhshocraithe, the terms of the arrangement)

What does “comhshocrú” mean?

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

arrangement: An arrangement or settlement made jointly or by agreement between parties.Also: settlement, joint arrangement, accommodation.

1 other meaning: compromise

2compromise: An agreement reached in which each side gives up something; a mutual accommodation.Also: accommodation, mutual agreement.

Other Irish words for arrangement: socrú (arrangement), eagar (arrangement), cóiriú (arrangement)

“Comhshocrú” with the article

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

an comhshocrú

the arrangement

No change after an

“Comhshocrú” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using comhshocrú, the Irish word for arrangement.

Rinneadh comhshocrú idir an dá chomhlacht.

An arrangement was made between the two companies.

Tá an comhshocrú sásúil don dá thaobh.

The arrangement is satisfactory to both sides.

Níor léigh mé téarmaí an chomhshocraithe fós.

I haven't read the terms of the arrangement yet.

Thángamar ar chomhshocrú faoi dheireadh.

We finally reached a compromise.

Tá athrú beag sa chomhshocrú nua.

There is a small change in the new arrangement.

Ghlac an ceardchumann leis an gcomhshocrú.

The union accepted the settlement.

Bhí gach duine sásta le comhshocrú den sórt sin.

Everyone was happy with that kind of arrangement.

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Arrangement in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for arrangement?

The Irish for arrangement is comhshocrú (pronounced “KOH-hukh-roo”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean compromise.

How do you pronounce comhshocrú in Irish?

Comhshocrú is said like “KOH-hukh-roo” (IPA /ˈkoːˌhɔkɾˠuː/).

Does comhshocrú have a plural?

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

Does comhshocrú have more than one meaning?

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

Why does comhshocrú change to chomhshocrú or gcomhshocrú?

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

How does comhshocrú differ from socrú?

Socrú is any arrangement or settlement, while comhshocrú stresses that it is made jointly by two or more parties.

Is comhshocrú the same as comhréiteach?

They overlap, but comhréiteach is the usual word for a compromise, while comhshocrú leans more towards a joint arrangement or settlement.

Arrangement in Irish (Comhshocrú): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage