HeyRuaHow to say “commemoration” in Irish
- Irish:
- comóradh
- English:
- commemoration, convening
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- comóir, to commemorate (ag comóradh, commemorating)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “KUM-oh-ruh” /ˈkʊmˠoːɾˠə/
- Genitive singular:
- comóraidh, an chomóraidh (e.g. lá an chomóraidh, the day of the commemoration)
What does “comóradh” mean?
“Comóradh” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- commemoration
- A ceremony or event held to remember and honour a person or past event; it is also the verbal noun of the verb comóir.Also: celebration, anniversary celebration, memorial ceremony.
1 other meaning: convening
- 2convening
- The act of calling together or holding a meeting or gathering, as the verbal noun of comóir.Also: assembling, holding of a meeting.
Other Irish words for commemoration: cuimhneachán (commemoration)
“Comóradh” as a verbal noun
After ag, comóradh means commemorating: it is the verbal noun of the verb comóir (to commemorate). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Comóradh” with the article
Here is comóradh after the article (an t-alt).
“Comóradh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using comóradh, the Irish word for commemoration.
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Commemoration in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for commemoration?
The Irish for commemoration is comóradh (pronounced “KUM-oh-ruh”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean convening.
How do you pronounce comóradh in Irish?
Comóradh is said like “KUM-oh-ruh” (IPA /ˈkʊmˠoːɾˠə/).
Does comóradh have a plural?
No plural form is given for comóradh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does comóradh have more than one meaning?
Yes. Comóradh can mean commemoration or convening, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does comóradh change to chomóradh or gcomóradh?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) comóradh becomes mo chomóradh (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcomóradh (eclipsis).
What is the difference between comóradh and cuimhneachán?
Comóradh is the event or ceremony of commemorating, while cuimhneachán often means a memorial or keepsake, though it can also mean commemoration.
