HeyRuaHow to say “code name” in Irish
- Irish:
- códainm
- English:
- code name
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KOHD-an-im” /ˈkoːdˌanʲəmʲ/
- Plural:
- códainmneacha (code names)
- Genitive singular:
- códainm, an chódainm (e.g. brí an chódainm, the meaning of the code name)
- Genitive plural:
- códainmneacha, na gcódainmneacha (e.g. úsáid na gcódainmneacha, the use of code names)
What does “códainm” mean?
- code name
- A secret name used to refer to a person, operation or project so that its real identity stays hidden.Also: codename, cover name, alias.
“Códainm” with the article
The plural of code name in Irish is códainmneacha. Here is códainm after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Códainm” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using códainm, the Irish word for code name.
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Code name in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for code name?
The Irish for code name is códainm (pronounced “KOHD-an-im”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is códainmneacha.
How do you pronounce códainm in Irish?
Códainm is said like “KOHD-an-im” (IPA /ˈkoːdˌanʲəmʲ/).
What is the plural of code name in Irish?
The plural of códainm is códainmneacha; with the article, na códainmneacha means “the code names”. The genitive plural is códainmneacha, as in úsáid na gcódainmneacha (the use of code names).
Why does códainm change to chódainm or gcódainm?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) códainm becomes mo chódainm (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcódainm (eclipsis).
How is 'códainm' different from 'leasainm'?
'Códainm' is a secret name used for security, as in espionage or military operations, while 'leasainm' is an ordinary nickname used among friends.
