HeyRuaHow to say “conjunction” in Irish
- Irish:
- cónasc
- English:
- conjunction, connection, amalgamation
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KOH-nuhsk” /ˈkoːn̪ˠəsˠk/
- Plural:
- cónaisc (conjunctions)
- Genitive singular:
- cónaisc, an chónaisc (e.g. úsáid an chónaisc, the use of the conjunction)
- Genitive plural:
- cónasc, na gcónasc (e.g. liosta na gcónasc, the list of conjunctions)
What does “cónasc” mean?
“Cónasc” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- conjunction
- In grammar, a word such as 'agus' or 'ach' that joins words, phrases or clauses.Also: joining word, connective.
2 other meanings: connection or amalgamation
- 2connection
- A link or joining between two things, such as an electrical or physical connection.Also: link, junction, coupling.
- 3amalgamation
- The joining together of things, such as organisations, into one.Also: merger, union.
“Cónasc” with the article
The plural of conjunction in Irish is cónaisc. Here is cónasc after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Cónasc” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using cónasc, the Irish word for conjunction.
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Conjunction in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for conjunction?
The Irish for conjunction is cónasc (pronounced “KOH-nuhsk”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is cónaisc. Depending on context it can also mean connection or amalgamation.
How do you pronounce cónasc in Irish?
Cónasc is said like “KOH-nuhsk” (IPA /ˈkoːn̪ˠəsˠk/).
What is the plural of conjunction in Irish?
The plural of cónasc is cónaisc; with the article, na cónaisc means “the conjunctions”. The genitive plural is cónasc, as in liosta na gcónasc (the list of conjunctions).
Does cónasc have more than one meaning?
Yes. Cónasc can mean conjunction, connection or amalgamation, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does cónasc change to chónasc or gcónasc?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) cónasc becomes mo chónasc (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcónasc (eclipsis).
What is the difference between cónasc and nasc?
'Nasc' is the general word for a link or tie, while 'cónasc' is mainly used for a grammatical conjunction or a technical connection or amalgamation.
