HeyRuaHow to say “choir” in Irish
- Irish:
- claisceadal
- English:
- choir, chorus
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KLASH-kyad-ul” /ˈklaʃcəd̪ˠəl̪ˠ/
- Plural:
- claisceadail (choirs)
- Genitive singular:
- claisceadail, an chlaisceadail (e.g. stiúrthóir an chlaisceadail, the conductor of the choir)
- Genitive plural:
- claisceadal, na gclaisceadal (e.g. comórtas claisceadal, a choirs competition)
What does “claisceadal” mean?
“Claisceadal” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- choir
- An organised group of singers who perform together.Also: chorus, choral group.
1 other meaning: chorus
- 2chorus
- Singing together by a group, or a piece of music sung by many voices at once.Also: choral singing, part-singing.
Other Irish words for choir: cór (choir)
“Claisceadal” with the article
The plural of choir in Irish is claisceadail. Here is claisceadal after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Claisceadal” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using claisceadal, the Irish word for choir.
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Choir in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for choir?
The Irish for choir is claisceadal (pronounced “KLASH-kyad-ul”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is claisceadail. Depending on context it can also mean chorus.
How do you pronounce claisceadal in Irish?
Claisceadal is said like “KLASH-kyad-ul” (IPA /ˈklaʃcəd̪ˠəl̪ˠ/).
What is the plural of choir in Irish?
The plural of claisceadal is claisceadail; with the article, na claisceadail means “the choirs”. The genitive plural is claisceadal, as in comórtas claisceadal (a choirs competition).
Does claisceadal have more than one meaning?
Yes. Claisceadal can mean choir or chorus, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does claisceadal change to chlaisceadal or gclaisceadal?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) claisceadal becomes mo chlaisceadal (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gclaisceadal (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'claisceadal' and 'cór'?
Both mean choir; 'cór' is the more common everyday word, while 'claisceadal' is also used for choral singing or chorus in general.
