HeyRuaHow to say “clicker” in Irish
- Irish:
- clicire
- English:
- clicker
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KLIK-ir-uh” /ˈclʲɪcəɾʲə/
- Plural:
- clicirí (clickers)
- Genitive singular:
- clicire, an chlicire (e.g. cnaipe an chlicire, the button of the clicker)
- Genitive plural:
- clicirí, na gclicirí (e.g. cnaipí na gclicirí, the clickers' buttons)
What does “clicire” mean?
- clicker
- A small handheld device that makes a clicking sound or sends a signal when pressed, for example a presentation remote or a counting or training clicker.Also: presentation clicker, hand counter, training clicker.
“Clicire” with the article
The plural of clicker in Irish is clicirí. Here is clicire after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Clicire” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using clicire, the Irish word for clicker.
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Clicker in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for clicker?
The Irish for clicker is clicire (pronounced “KLIK-ir-uh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is clicirí.
How do you pronounce clicire in Irish?
Clicire is said like “KLIK-ir-uh” (IPA /ˈclʲɪcəɾʲə/).
What is the plural of clicker in Irish?
The plural of clicire is clicirí; with the article, na clicirí means “the clickers”. The genitive plural is clicirí, as in cnaipí na gclicirí (the clickers' buttons).
Why does clicire change to chlicire or gclicire?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) clicire becomes mo chlicire (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gclicire (eclipsis).
Is 'clicire' the same as a computer mouse?
No, a computer mouse is 'luch'; 'clicire' is a separate clicking device such as a presentation remote.
