HeyRuaHow to say “caterer” in Irish
- Irish:
- lónadóir
- English:
- caterer, provisioner
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “LOH-nuh-dohr” /ˈl̪ˠoːn̪ˠəd̪ˠoːɾʲ/
- Plural:
- lónadóirí (caterers)
- Genitive singular:
- lónadóra, an lónadóra (e.g. bille an lónadóra, the caterer's bill)
- Genitive plural:
- lónadóirí, na lónadóirí (e.g. cumann na lónadóirí, the caterers' association)
What does “lónadóir” mean?
“Lónadóir” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- caterer
- A person or business that supplies food and drink for events, institutions or groups.Also: catering company, food supplier.
1 other meaning: provisioner
- 2provisioner
- A person who supplies provisions or stores, for example to a ship or an expedition.Also: purveyor, victualler, supplier.
“Lónadóir” with the article
The plural of caterer in Irish is lónadóirí. Here is lónadóir after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Lónadóir” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using lónadóir, the Irish word for caterer.
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Caterer in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for caterer?
The Irish for caterer is lónadóir (pronounced “LOH-nuh-dohr”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is lónadóirí. Depending on context it can also mean provisioner.
How do you pronounce lónadóir in Irish?
Lónadóir is said like “LOH-nuh-dohr” (IPA /ˈl̪ˠoːn̪ˠəd̪ˠoːɾʲ/).
What is the plural of caterer in Irish?
The plural of lónadóir is lónadóirí; with the article, na lónadóirí means “the caterers”. The genitive plural is lónadóirí, as in cumann na lónadóirí (the caterers' association).
Does lónadóir have more than one meaning?
Yes. Lónadóir can mean caterer or provisioner, depending on context; the first is the most common.
How is 'lónadóir' related to 'lón'?
'Lónadóir' comes from 'lón', meaning provisions or lunch, so a 'lónadóir' is someone who supplies food; the activity is 'lónadóireacht', catering.
