HeyRuaHow to say “calligraphy” in Irish
- Irish:
- callagrafaíocht
- English:
- calligraphy
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KAL-uh-graf-ee-ukht” /ˈkal̪ˠəˌɡɾˠafˠiːxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- callagrafaíochta, na callagrafaíochta (e.g. ranganna callagrafaíochta, calligraphy classes)
What does “callagrafaíocht” mean?
- calligraphy
- The art of decorative, beautiful handwriting done with a pen or brush.Also: penmanship, decorative handwriting, lettering.
“Callagrafaíocht” with the article
Here is callagrafaíocht after the article (an t-alt).
“Callagrafaíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using callagrafaíocht, the Irish word for calligraphy.
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Calligraphy in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for calligraphy?
The Irish for calligraphy is callagrafaíocht (pronounced “KAL-uh-graf-ee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce callagrafaíocht in Irish?
Callagrafaíocht is said like “KAL-uh-graf-ee-ukht” (IPA /ˈkal̪ˠəˌɡɾˠafˠiːxt̪ˠ/).
Does callagrafaíocht have a plural?
No plural form is given for callagrafaíocht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does callagrafaíocht change to challagrafaíocht or gcallagrafaíocht?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) callagrafaíocht becomes mo challagrafaíocht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcallagrafaíocht (eclipsis).
Is there another Irish word for fine handwriting?
Yes, 'peannaireacht' means penmanship or handwriting in general, while 'callagrafaíocht' refers specifically to the art of decorative lettering.
