HeyRuaHow to say “collective bargaining” in Irish
- Irish:
- cómhargáil
- English:
- collective bargaining
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “KOH-wor-awl” /ˈkoːwəɾˠɡɑːlʲ/
- Genitive singular:
- cómhargála, na cómhargála (e.g. cearta cómhargála, collective bargaining rights)
What does “cómhargáil” mean?
- collective bargaining
- Negotiation between employers and a group of workers, usually through a trade union, about pay and conditions.Also: joint bargaining, bargaining, negotiation.
“Cómhargáil” with the article
Here is cómhargáil after the article (an t-alt).
“Cómhargáil” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using cómhargáil, the Irish word for collective bargaining.
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Collective bargaining in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for collective bargaining?
The Irish for collective bargaining is cómhargáil (pronounced “KOH-wor-awl”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce cómhargáil in Irish?
Cómhargáil is said like “KOH-wor-awl” (IPA /ˈkoːwəɾˠɡɑːlʲ/).
Does cómhargáil have a plural?
No plural form is given for cómhargáil in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does cómhargáil change to chómhargáil or gcómhargáil?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) cómhargáil becomes mo chómhargáil (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcómhargáil (eclipsis).
How is 'cómhargáil' different from 'margáil'?
'Margáil' is bargaining or haggling in general, while 'cómhargáil' is collective bargaining between employers and workers' representatives.
