Classic in Irish (Clasaic): Meaning & Pronunciation

Q: What is the Irish for classic?

The Irish for classic is clasaic (pronounced “KLAS-ik”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is clasaicí. Depending on context it can also mean classics.

Q: What is the plural of classic in Irish?

The plural of clasaic is clasaicí; with the article, na clasaicí means “the classics”. The genitive plural is clasaicí, as in liosta na gclasaicí (the list of classics).

Q: Does clasaic have more than one meaning?

Yes. Clasaic can mean classic or classics, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How to say “classic” in Irish

Irish:: clasaic
English:: classic, classics
Word type:: noun
Gender:: feminine, second declension
Pronunciation:: “KLAS-ik” /ˈkl̪ˠasˠəc/

Various forms

Plural:: clasaicí (classics)
Genitive singular:: clasaice, na clasaice (e.g. údar na clasaice, the author of the classic)
Genitive plural:: clasaicí, na gclasaicí (e.g. liosta na gclasaicí, the list of classics)

What does “clasaic” mean?

“Clasaic” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.

classic: A work of literature, art or music of lasting excellence that is widely recognised as a model of its kind.Also: classical work, masterpiece.

1 other meaning: classics

2classics: In the plural, the study of ancient Greek and Latin language and literature.Also: classical studies, Greek and Latin.

“Clasaic” with the article

The plural of classic in Irish is clasaicí. Here is clasaic after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.

an chlasaic

the classic

Lenition: c becomes ch after an (feminine noun)

na clasaicí

the classics

Plural: no change after na

“Clasaic” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using clasaic, the Irish word for classic.

Is clasaic é an leabhar sin anois.

That book is a classic now.

Léigh mé an chlasaic sin ar scoil.

I read that classic at school.

Rinneadh scannán den chlasaic anuraidh.

The classic was made into a film last year.

Tá a lán clasaicí Gaeilge sa leabharlann.

There are lots of Irish classics in the library.

Rinne sí staidéar ar na clasaicí san ollscoil.

She studied classics at university.

Is í sin mo chlasaic is fearr liom.

That is my favourite classic.

Tá cóip nua den chlasaic i mo mhála.

There is a new copy of the classic in my bag.

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Classic in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for classic?

The Irish for classic is clasaic (pronounced “KLAS-ik”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is clasaicí. Depending on context it can also mean classics.

How do you pronounce clasaic in Irish?

Clasaic is said like “KLAS-ik” (IPA /ˈkl̪ˠasˠəc/).

What is the plural of classic in Irish?

The plural of clasaic is clasaicí; with the article, na clasaicí means “the classics”. The genitive plural is clasaicí, as in liosta na gclasaicí (the list of classics).

Does clasaic have more than one meaning?

Yes. Clasaic can mean classic or classics, depending on context; the first is the most common.

Why does clasaic change to chlasaic or gclasaic?

Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) clasaic becomes mo chlasaic (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gclasaic (eclipsis).

How do I say 'classical' as an adjective?

Use the adjective 'clasaiceach', as in 'ceol clasaiceach' (classical music); 'clasaic' is the noun.

Classic in Irish (Clasaic): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage