HeyRuaHow to say “engraving” in Irish
- Irish:
- greanadóireacht
- English:
- engraving
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “GRAN-uh-door-ukht” /ˈɡɾʲanəd̪ˠoːɾʲəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- greanadóireachta, na greanadóireachta (e.g. uirlisí greanadóireachta, engraving tools)
What does “greanadóireacht” mean?
- engraving
- The art or craft of cutting designs or lettering into a hard surface such as metal, wood or stone.Also: engraver's craft, etching, carving.
“Greanadóireacht” with the article
Here is greanadóireacht after the article (an t-alt).
“Greanadóireacht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using greanadóireacht, the Irish word for engraving.
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Engraving in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for engraving?
The Irish for engraving is greanadóireacht (pronounced “GRAN-uh-door-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce greanadóireacht in Irish?
Greanadóireacht is said like “GRAN-uh-door-ukht” (IPA /ˈɡɾʲanəd̪ˠoːɾʲəxt̪ˠ/).
Does greanadóireacht have a plural?
No plural form is given for greanadóireacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does greanadóireacht change to ghreanadóireacht or ngreanadóireacht?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) greanadóireacht becomes mo ghreanadóireacht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ngreanadóireacht (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'greanadóireacht' and 'greanadóir'?
'Greanadóireacht' is the craft of engraving, while 'greanadóir' is the person who does it, the engraver.
