HeyRuaHow to say “champion” in Irish
- Irish:
- curadh
- English:
- champion, champion (in sport)
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KUR-uh” /ˈkʊɾˠə/
- Plural:
- curaidh (champions)
- Genitive singular:
- curaidh, an churaidh (e.g. claíomh an churaidh, the champion's sword)
- Genitive plural:
- curadh, na gcuradh (e.g. scéalta na gcuradh, the stories of the warriors)
What does “curadh” mean?
“Curadh” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- champion
- A brave fighter or hero, especially a famous warrior of legend.Also: warrior, hero, knight.
1 other meaning: champion (in sport)
- 2champion (in sport)
- A person who wins a contest; a champion in a game or competition.Also: champion, winner, titleholder.
Other Irish words for champion: seaimpín (champion)
“Curadh” with the article
The plural of champion in Irish is curaidh. Here is curadh after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Curadh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using curadh, the Irish word for champion.
Other nouns in Irish
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Champion in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for champion?
The Irish for champion is curadh (pronounced “KUR-uh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is curaidh. Depending on context it can also mean champion (in sport).
How do you pronounce curadh in Irish?
Curadh is said like “KUR-uh” (IPA /ˈkʊɾˠə/).
What is the plural of champion in Irish?
The plural of curadh is curaidh; with the article, na curaidh means “the champions”. The genitive plural is curadh, as in scéalta na gcuradh (the stories of the warriors).
Does curadh have more than one meaning?
Yes. Curadh can mean champion or champion (in sport), depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does curadh change to churadh or gcuradh?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) curadh becomes mo churadh (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcuradh (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'curadh' and 'laoch'?
Both mean hero or warrior; 'laoch' is the more common everyday word, while 'curadh' is more literary and also used for a champion, as in 'mír churadh'.
Is 'curadh' the usual word for a sports champion?
In modern sport 'curadh' is used, but 'seaimpín' is also very common in speech.
