HeyRuaHow to say “bursar” in Irish
- Irish:
- sparánaí
- English:
- bursar, purser
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “SPAR-aw-nee” /ˈsˠpˠaɾˠaːn̪ˠiː/
- Plural:
- sparánaithe (bursars)
- Genitive singular:
- sparánaí, an sparánaí (e.g. oifig an sparánaí, the bursar's office)
- Genitive plural:
- sparánaithe, na sparánaithe (e.g. cruinniú na sparánaithe, the meeting of the bursars)
What does “sparánaí” mean?
“Sparánaí” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- bursar
- A person who manages the money and accounts of a college, school or institution.Also: treasurer, purser, paymaster.
1 other meaning: purser
- 2purser
- An officer on a ship in charge of money and passengers' accounts.Also: ship's purser.
Other Irish words for bursar: cisteoir (treasurer)
“Sparánaí” with the article
The plural of bursar in Irish is sparánaithe. Here is sparánaí after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Sparánaí” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using sparánaí, the Irish word for bursar.
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Bursar in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for bursar?
The Irish for bursar is sparánaí (pronounced “SPAR-aw-nee”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is sparánaithe. Depending on context it can also mean purser.
How do you pronounce sparánaí in Irish?
Sparánaí is said like “SPAR-aw-nee” (IPA /ˈsˠpˠaɾˠaːn̪ˠiː/).
What is the plural of bursar in Irish?
The plural of sparánaí is sparánaithe; with the article, na sparánaithe means “the bursars”. The genitive plural is sparánaithe, as in cruinniú na sparánaithe (the meeting of the bursars).
Does sparánaí have more than one meaning?
Yes. Sparánaí can mean bursar or purser, depending on context; the first is the most common.
How is 'sparánaí' related to 'sparán'?
'Sparánaí' comes from 'sparán' (purse), so it literally means the keeper of the purse. For a general treasurer of a club, 'cisteoir' is more usual.
