HeyRuaHow to say “directory” in Irish
- Irish:
- comhadlann
- English:
- directory, filing room
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KOH-ud-lun” /ˈkoːd̪ˠl̪ˠən̪ˠ/
- Plural:
- comhadlanna (directories)
- Genitive singular:
- comhadlainne, na comhadlainne (e.g. ainm na comhadlainne, the name of the directory)
- Genitive plural:
- comhadlann, na gcomhadlann (e.g. liosta na gcomhadlann, the list of directories)
What does “comhadlann” mean?
“Comhadlann” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- directory
- In computing, a folder or named location in a file system that holds files and other directories.Also: folder, file directory.
1 other meaning: filing room
- 2filing room
- A room or place where files and records are kept.Also: file room, archive room.
Other Irish words for directory: eolaire (directory)
“Comhadlann” with the article
The plural of directory in Irish is comhadlanna. Here is comhadlann after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Comhadlann” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using comhadlann, the Irish word for directory.
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Directory in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for directory?
The Irish for directory is comhadlann (pronounced “KOH-ud-lun”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is comhadlanna. Depending on context it can also mean filing room.
How do you pronounce comhadlann in Irish?
Comhadlann is said like “KOH-ud-lun” (IPA /ˈkoːd̪ˠl̪ˠən̪ˠ/).
What is the plural of directory in Irish?
The plural of comhadlann is comhadlanna; with the article, na comhadlanna means “the directories”. The genitive plural is comhadlann, as in liosta na gcomhadlann (the list of directories).
Does comhadlann have more than one meaning?
Yes. Comhadlann can mean directory or filing room, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does comhadlann change to chomhadlann or gcomhadlann?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) comhadlann becomes mo chomhadlann (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcomhadlann (eclipsis).
What is the difference between comhadlann and eolaire?
Comhadlann is a computer file directory, while eolaire is a directory in the sense of a listing, such as eolaire teileafóin, a telephone directory.
