HeyRuaHow to say “clatter” in Irish
- Irish:
- clagarnach
- English:
- clatter, downpour
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KLOG-ur-nukh” /ˈklˠaɡəɾˠnˠəx/
- Genitive singular:
- clagarnaí, na clagarnaí (e.g. torann na clagarnaí, the noise of the clatter)
What does “clagarnach” mean?
“Clagarnach” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- clatter
- A noisy rattling or clattering sound, as of things knocking together.Also: clattering, rattle, din.
1 other meaning: downpour
- 2downpour
- Heavy, pelting rain that beats noisily on roofs and windows.Also: pelting rain, heavy rain, lashing rain.
Other Irish words for clatter: trup (noise)
“Clagarnach” with the article
Here is clagarnach after the article (an t-alt).
“Clagarnach” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using clagarnach, the Irish word for clatter.
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Clatter in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for clatter?
The Irish for clatter is clagarnach (pronounced “KLOG-ur-nukh”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean downpour.
How do you pronounce clagarnach in Irish?
Clagarnach is said like “KLOG-ur-nukh” (IPA /ˈklˠaɡəɾˠnˠəx/).
Does clagarnach have a plural?
No plural form is given for clagarnach in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does clagarnach have more than one meaning?
Yes. Clagarnach can mean clatter or downpour, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does clagarnach change to chlagarnach or gclagarnach?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) clagarnach becomes mo chlagarnach (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gclagarnach (eclipsis).
How is 'clagarnach' different from 'báisteach'?
'Báisteach' is the general word for rain, while 'clagarnach' stresses noisy, pelting rain or a clattering sound, as in 'clagarnach bháistí'.
