HeyRuaHow to say “carer” in Irish
- Irish:
- cúramóir
- English:
- carer, caretaker
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KOO-ruh-moh-ir” /ˈkuːɾˠəmˠoːɾʲ/
- Plural:
- cúramóirí (carers)
- Genitive singular:
- cúramóra, an chúramóra (e.g. liúntas cúramóra, carer's allowance)
- Genitive plural:
- cúramóirí, na gcúramóirí (e.g. cearta na gcúramóirí, the rights of carers)
What does “cúramóir” mean?
“Cúramóir” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- carer
- A person who looks after someone who is ill, elderly or disabled, often a family member.Also: caregiver, care worker, caretaker.
1 other meaning: caretaker
- 2caretaker
- A person who is responsible for looking after something or someone.Also: minder, custodian.
“Cúramóir” with the article
The plural of carer in Irish is cúramóirí. Here is cúramóir after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Cúramóir” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using cúramóir, the Irish word for carer.
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Carer in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for carer?
The Irish for carer is cúramóir (pronounced “KOO-ruh-moh-ir”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is cúramóirí. Depending on context it can also mean caretaker.
How do you pronounce cúramóir in Irish?
Cúramóir is said like “KOO-ruh-moh-ir” (IPA /ˈkuːɾˠəmˠoːɾʲ/).
What is the plural of carer in Irish?
The plural of cúramóir is cúramóirí; with the article, na cúramóirí means “the carers”. The genitive plural is cúramóirí, as in cearta na gcúramóirí (the rights of carers).
Does cúramóir have more than one meaning?
Yes. Cúramóir can mean carer or caretaker, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does cúramóir change to chúramóir or gcúramóir?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) cúramóir becomes mo chúramóir (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcúramóir (eclipsis).
How is 'cúramóir' related to 'cúram'?
'Cúramóir' is formed from 'cúram' (care, responsibility) with the agent suffix '-óir', so it means a person who gives care. You can say 'tá cúram a hathar uirthi' for 'she has the care of her father'.
Is 'cúramóir' the same as 'feighlí'?
Not quite: 'cúramóir' is used for someone caring for a sick or elderly person, while 'feighlí' is more a minder or caretaker, as in 'feighlí leanaí' (childminder).
