HeyRuaHow to say “counting” in Irish
- Irish:
- comhaireamh
- English:
- counting, calculation
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- comhair, to count (ag comhaireamh, counting)
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KOOR-uv” /ˈkuːɾʲəvˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- comhairimh, an chomhairimh (e.g. am an chomhairimh, the time of the count)
What does “comhaireamh” mean?
“Comhaireamh” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- counting
- The act of counting things or people; the verbal noun of the verb 'comhair' (count).Also: count, tally, enumeration.
1 other meaning: calculation
- 2calculation
- Working out a number or amount; reckoning.Also: reckoning, computation.
Other Irish words for counting: áireamh (counting)
“Comhaireamh” as a verbal noun
After ag, comhaireamh means counting: it is the verbal noun of the verb comhair (to count). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Comhaireamh” with the article
Here is comhaireamh after the article (an t-alt).
“Comhaireamh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using comhaireamh, the Irish word for counting.
Other nouns in Irish
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Counting in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for counting?
The Irish for counting is comhaireamh (pronounced “KOOR-uv”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean calculation.
How do you pronounce comhaireamh in Irish?
Comhaireamh is said like “KOOR-uv” (IPA /ˈkuːɾʲəvˠ/).
Does comhaireamh have a plural?
No plural form is given for comhaireamh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does comhaireamh have more than one meaning?
Yes. Comhaireamh can mean counting or calculation, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does comhaireamh change to chomhaireamh or gcomhaireamh?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) comhaireamh becomes mo chomhaireamh (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcomhaireamh (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'comhaireamh' and 'comhairle'?
'Comhaireamh' means counting, from the verb 'comhair', while 'comhairle' means advice or a council. They look similar but are unrelated in meaning.
