HeyRuaHow to say “Carlow” in Irish
- Irish:
- Ceatharlach
- English:
- Carlow
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “KYA-hur-lukh” /ˈcahəɾˠl̪ˠəx/
- Genitive singular:
- Ceatharlach (e.g. Contae Cheatharlach, County Carlow)
What does “Ceatharlach” mean?
- Carlow
- Carlow, a town in the south-east of Ireland and the county named after it.Also: County Carlow, Carlow town.
“Ceatharlach” as a county: Carlow
A county name changes shape depending on what comes before it. These are the three shapes you will meet most.
“Ceatharlach” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using Ceatharlach, the Irish word for Carlow.
Other nouns in Irish
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Carlow in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for Carlow?
The Irish for Carlow is Ceatharlach (pronounced “KYA-hur-lukh”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce Ceatharlach in Irish?
Ceatharlach is said like “KYA-hur-lukh” (IPA /ˈcahəɾˠl̪ˠəx/).
Does Ceatharlach have a plural?
No. Ceatharlach is a name, so it is used in the singular only.
Why is it 'Contae Cheatharlach' with a lenited C?
Ceatharlach is feminine, so its genitive is lenited after a noun: Contae Cheatharlach, 'County Carlow'.
How do you say “I am from Carlow” in Irish?
Is as Ceatharlach mé. To say you are from there originally: Is as Ceatharlach ó dhúchas mé.
How do you say “I live in Carlow” in Irish?
Tá cónaí orm i gCeatharlach. In the county: Tá mé i mo chónaí i gContae Cheatharlach.
What is County Carlow in Irish?
Contae Cheatharlach. The name changes after Contae, and after muintir too: muintir Cheatharlach, the people of Carlow.
