HeyRuaHow to say “belfry” in Irish
- Irish:
- clogás
- English:
- belfry
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KLUG-aws” /ˈkl̪ˠɔɡaːsˠ/
- Plural:
- clogáis (belfries)
- Genitive singular:
- clogáis, an chlogáis (e.g. barr an chlogáis, the top of the belfry)
- Genitive plural:
- clogás, na gclogás (e.g. ag tógáil clogás, building belfries)
What does “clogás” mean?
- belfry
- A tower, or the part of a tower, in which bells hang.Also: bell tower, campanile, steeple.
“Clogás” with the article
The plural of belfry in Irish is clogáis. Here is clogás after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Clogás” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using clogás, the Irish word for belfry.
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Belfry in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for belfry?
The Irish for belfry is clogás (pronounced “KLUG-aws”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is clogáis.
How do you pronounce clogás in Irish?
Clogás is said like “KLUG-aws” (IPA /ˈkl̪ˠɔɡaːsˠ/).
What is the plural of belfry in Irish?
The plural of clogás is clogáis; with the article, na clogáis means “the belfries”. The genitive plural is clogás, as in ag tógáil clogás (building belfries).
Why does clogás change to chlogás or gclogás?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) clogás becomes mo chlogás (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gclogás (eclipsis).
What is the difference between clogás and cloigtheach?
Clogás is a general word for a belfry or bell tower, while cloigtheach usually refers to the early Irish round tower.
