HeyRuaHow to say “covering” in Irish
- Irish:
- cumhdach
- English:
- covering, protection, shrine
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- cumhdaigh, to cover (ag cumhdach, covering)
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KOO-dukh” /ˈkuːdˠəx/
- Plural:
- cumhdaigh
- Genitive singular:
- cumhdaigh, an chumhdaigh (e.g. cosaint an chumhdaigh, the protection of the covering)
- Genitive plural:
- cumhdach, na gcumhdach (e.g. déantúsóir na gcumhdach, the maker of covers)
What does “cumhdach” mean?
“Cumhdach” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- covering
- Something that covers or wraps another thing, such as a cover, wrapper or binding; also the verbal noun of cumhdaigh, the act of covering.Also: cover, wrapper, binding, casing.
2 other meanings: protection or shrine
- 2protection
- The act or state of keeping someone or something safe, including insurance cover.Also: cover, safeguard, custody.
- 3shrine
- An ornamented case or box in which a sacred relic or book was kept.Also: reliquary, book shrine.
“Cumhdach” as a verbal noun
After ag, cumhdach means covering: it is the verbal noun of the verb cumhdaigh (to cover). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Cumhdach” with the article
The plural of covering in Irish is cumhdaigh. Here is cumhdach after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Cumhdach” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using cumhdach, the Irish word for covering.
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Covering in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for covering?
The Irish for covering is cumhdach (pronounced “KOO-dukh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is cumhdaigh. Depending on context it can also mean protection or shrine.
How do you pronounce cumhdach in Irish?
Cumhdach is said like “KOO-dukh” (IPA /ˈkuːdˠəx/).
What is the plural of covering in Irish?
The plural of cumhdach is cumhdaigh; with the article, it is na cumhdaigh. The genitive plural is cumhdach, as in déantúsóir na gcumhdach (the maker of covers).
Does cumhdach have more than one meaning?
Yes. Cumhdach can mean covering, protection or shrine, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does cumhdach change to chumhdach or gcumhdach?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) cumhdach becomes mo chumhdach (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcumhdach (eclipsis).
What is the difference between cumhdach and clúdach?
Clúdach is the everyday word for a cover or envelope, while cumhdach is more formal and is also used for protection, insurance cover and an ornamental book shrine.
