HeyRuaHow to say “comedian” in Irish
- Irish:
- fuirseoir
- English:
- comedian, buffoon
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “FWIR-shohr” /ˈfˠɪɾʲʃoːɾʲ/
- Plural:
- fuirseoirí (comedians)
- Genitive singular:
- fuirseora, an fhuirseora (e.g. scéalta an fhuirseora, the comedian's stories)
- Genitive plural:
- fuirseoirí, na bhfuirseoirí (e.g. féile na bhfuirseoirí, the comedians' festival)
What does “fuirseoir” mean?
“Fuirseoir” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- comedian
- A person who entertains people by telling jokes and making them laugh, especially on stage.Also: comic, stand-up comedian, clown, entertainer.
1 other meaning: buffoon
- 2buffoon
- A person who plays the fool or acts the clown to amuse others.Also: jester, clown, joker.
“Fuirseoir” with the article
The plural of comedian in Irish is fuirseoirí. Here is fuirseoir after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Fuirseoir” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using fuirseoir, the Irish word for comedian.
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Comedian in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for comedian?
The Irish for comedian is fuirseoir (pronounced “FWIR-shohr”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is fuirseoirí. Depending on context it can also mean buffoon.
How do you pronounce fuirseoir in Irish?
Fuirseoir is said like “FWIR-shohr” (IPA /ˈfˠɪɾʲʃoːɾʲ/).
What is the plural of comedian in Irish?
The plural of fuirseoir is fuirseoirí; with the article, na fuirseoirí means “the comedians”. The genitive plural is fuirseoirí, as in féile na bhfuirseoirí (the comedians' festival).
Does fuirseoir have more than one meaning?
Yes. Fuirseoir can mean comedian or buffoon, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does fuirseoir change to fhuirseoir or bhfuirseoir?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) fuirseoir becomes m'fhuirseoir (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhfuirseoir (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'fuirseoir' and 'fear grinn'?
Both can mean a comedian, but 'fuirseoir' is the standard term for a professional comic, while 'fear grinn' is more a funny man or wit in general.
What is the word for comedy as a performance?
The activity is 'fuirseoireacht', meaning comedy or clowning.
