HeyRuaHow to say “choreography” in Irish
- Irish:
- cóiréagrafaíocht
- English:
- choreography
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “koh-ree-AY-gruh-fee-ukht” /ˈkoːɾʲeːɡɾˠəfˠiːəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- cóiréagrafaíochta, na cóiréagrafaíochta (e.g. cúrsa cóiréagrafaíochta, choreography course)
What does “cóiréagrafaíocht” mean?
- choreography
- The art or work of designing the steps and movements of a dance.Also: dance composition, dance design.
“Cóiréagrafaíocht” with the article
Here is cóiréagrafaíocht after the article (an t-alt).
“Cóiréagrafaíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using cóiréagrafaíocht, the Irish word for choreography.
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Choreography in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for choreography?
The Irish for choreography is cóiréagrafaíocht (pronounced “koh-ree-AY-gruh-fee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce cóiréagrafaíocht in Irish?
Cóiréagrafaíocht is said like “koh-ree-AY-gruh-fee-ukht” (IPA /ˈkoːɾʲeːɡɾˠəfˠiːəxt̪ˠ/).
Does cóiréagrafaíocht have a plural?
No plural form is given for cóiréagrafaíocht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does cóiréagrafaíocht change to chóiréagrafaíocht or gcóiréagrafaíocht?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) cóiréagrafaíocht becomes mo chóiréagrafaíocht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcóiréagrafaíocht (eclipsis).
What is the Irish for a choreographer?
A choreographer is 'cóiréagrafaí'; the art itself is 'cóiréagrafaíocht'.
