Craftsmanship in Irish (Ceardúlacht): Meaning

Q: What is the Irish for craftsmanship?

The Irish for craftsmanship is ceardúlacht (pronounced “KYAWR-doo-lukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean skilfulness.

Q: Does ceardúlacht have more than one meaning?

Yes. Ceardúlacht can mean craftsmanship or skilfulness, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How to say “craftsmanship” in Irish

Irish:: ceardúlacht
English:: craftsmanship, skilfulness
Word type:: noun
Gender:: feminine, third declension
Pronunciation:: “KYAWR-doo-lukht” /ˈcaːɾˠd̪ˠuːl̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/

Various forms

Genitive singular:: ceardúlachta, na ceardúlachta (e.g. caighdeán na ceardúlachta, the standard of craftsmanship)

What does “ceardúlacht” mean?

“Ceardúlacht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.

craftsmanship: The skill and quality shown in making something by hand, the work of a good craftsperson.Also: workmanship, craft skill, artisanship.

1 other meaning: skilfulness

2skilfulness: Cleverness or ingenuity in doing things, being handy or skilful.Also: ingenuity, handiness, dexterity.

“Ceardúlacht” with the article

Here is ceardúlacht after the article (an t-alt).

an cheardúlacht

the craftsmanship

Lenition: c becomes ch after an (feminine noun)

“Ceardúlacht” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using ceardúlacht, the Irish word for craftsmanship.

Is iontach an cheardúlacht atá sa chathaoir seo.

The craftsmanship in this chair is wonderful.

Bhí ceardúlacht den scoth ina cuid oibre.

Her work showed excellent craftsmanship.

Tá meas mór agam ar cheardúlacht na seandaoine.

I have great respect for the craftsmanship of the old people.

Chonaiceamar sampla iontach ceardúlachta sa mhúsaem.

We saw a wonderful example of craftsmanship in the museum.

Tá ceardúlacht ag baint leis an bhfidléireacht freisin.

There is craftsmanship involved in fiddle playing too.

Moladh an cheardúlacht a bhí sa bhád nua.

The craftsmanship of the new boat was praised.

Ní fheictear ceardúlacht mar sin sa lá atá inniu ann.

You don't see craftsmanship like that nowadays.

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Craftsmanship in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for craftsmanship?

The Irish for craftsmanship is ceardúlacht (pronounced “KYAWR-doo-lukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean skilfulness.

How do you pronounce ceardúlacht in Irish?

Ceardúlacht is said like “KYAWR-doo-lukht” (IPA /ˈcaːɾˠd̪ˠuːl̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/).

Does ceardúlacht have a plural?

No plural form is given for ceardúlacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.

Does ceardúlacht have more than one meaning?

Yes. Ceardúlacht can mean craftsmanship or skilfulness, depending on context; the first is the most common.

Why does ceardúlacht change to cheardúlacht or gceardúlacht?

Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) ceardúlacht becomes mo cheardúlacht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gceardúlacht (eclipsis).

How is 'ceardúlacht' different from 'ceard'?

'Ceard' is a craft or trade itself, while 'ceardúlacht' is the skill or quality shown in doing it, craftsmanship.

Craftsmanship in Irish (Ceardúlacht): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage