HeyRuaHow to say “association” in Irish
- Irish:
- cumann
- English:
- association, companionship, sweetheart
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KUM-un” /ˈkʊmˠən̪ˠ/
- Plural:
- cumainn (associations)
- Genitive singular:
- cumainn, an chumainn (e.g. cruinniú an chumainn, the meeting of the society)
- Genitive plural:
- cumann, na gcumann (e.g. ionadaithe na gcumann, representatives of the associations)
What does “cumann” mean?
“Cumann” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- association
- An organised group of people who meet for a shared purpose, such as a club or society.Also: club, society, union, branch.
2 other meanings: companionship or sweetheart
- 2companionship
- Friendship or affectionate company between people.Also: friendship, fellowship, company, affection.
- 3sweetheart
- A loved person; used as a term of endearment.Also: darling, beloved.
Other Irish words for association: aontas (union)
“Cumann” with the article
The plural of association in Irish is cumainn. Here is cumann after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Cumann” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using cumann, the Irish word for association.
Other nouns in Irish
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Association in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for association?
The Irish for association is cumann (pronounced “KUM-un”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is cumainn. Depending on context it can also mean companionship or sweetheart.
How do you pronounce cumann in Irish?
Cumann is said like “KUM-un” (IPA /ˈkʊmˠən̪ˠ/).
What is the plural of association in Irish?
The plural of cumann is cumainn; with the article, na cumainn means “the associations”. The genitive plural is cumann, as in ionadaithe na gcumann (representatives of the associations).
Does cumann have more than one meaning?
Yes. Cumann can mean association, companionship or sweetheart, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does cumann change to chumann or gcumann?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) cumann becomes mo chumann (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcumann (eclipsis).
What is the difference between cumann and club?
Both mean club, but cumann is the general word for a society or association, while club is used especially for sports or social clubs, e.g. club gailf.
Is cumannach related to cumann?
Yes, cumannach (communist) and cumannachas (communism) are formed from cumann in its sense of fellowship or community.
