HeyRuaHow to say “company” in Irish
- Irish:
- complacht
- English:
- company, band
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KOM-pluhkht” /ˈkɔmˠpˠl̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/
- Plural:
- complachtaí (companies)
- Genitive singular:
- complachta, an chomplachta (e.g. captaen an chomplachta, captain of the company)
- Genitive plural:
- complachtaí, na gcomplachtaí (e.g. ceannairí na gcomplachtaí, leaders of the companies)
What does “complacht” mean?
“Complacht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- company
- A military unit of soldiers, usually made up of several platoons and commanded by a captain.Also: military company, army company, troop.
1 other meaning: band
- 2band
- A group or company of people who go about or act together.Also: company, group, crew, party.
Other Irish words for company: comhlacht (company), cuideachta (company), comhluadar (company)
“Complacht” with the article
The plural of company in Irish is complachtaí. Here is complacht after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Complacht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using complacht, the Irish word for company.
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Company in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for company?
The Irish for company is complacht (pronounced “KOM-pluhkht”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is complachtaí. Depending on context it can also mean band.
How do you pronounce complacht in Irish?
Complacht is said like “KOM-pluhkht” (IPA /ˈkɔmˠpˠl̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/).
What is the plural of company in Irish?
The plural of complacht is complachtaí; with the article, na complachtaí means “the companies”. The genitive plural is complachtaí, as in ceannairí na gcomplachtaí (leaders of the companies).
Does complacht have more than one meaning?
Yes. Complacht can mean company or band, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does complacht change to chomplacht or gcomplacht?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) complacht becomes mo chomplacht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcomplacht (eclipsis).
Can I use 'complacht' for a business company?
No, a business company is 'comhlacht' or 'cuideachta'; 'complacht' is mainly a military company or a band of people.
