HeyRuaHow to say “firewood” in Irish
- Irish:
- connadh
- English:
- firewood
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KUN-uh” /ˈkʊnˠə/
- Genitive singular:
- connaidh, an chonnaidh (e.g. cruach chonnaidh, a stack of firewood)
What does “connadh” mean?
- firewood
- Wood or other material gathered for burning on a fire.Also: fuel, kindling, sticks.
Other Irish words for firewood: brosna (kindling), brosnach (kindling)
“Connadh” with the article
Here is connadh after the article (an t-alt).
“Connadh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using connadh, the Irish word for firewood.
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Firewood in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for firewood?
The Irish for firewood is connadh (pronounced “KUN-uh”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce connadh in Irish?
Connadh is said like “KUN-uh” (IPA /ˈkʊnˠə/).
Does connadh have a plural?
No plural form is given for connadh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does connadh change to chonnadh or gconnadh?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) connadh becomes mo chonnadh (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gconnadh (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'connadh' and 'breosla'?
'Connadh' is firewood or fuel gathered for the fire, while 'breosla' is a more general word for fuel of any kind, including oil and gas.
What does 'connadh cosáin' mean?
Literally 'firewood of the path', 'connadh cosáin' is used for something that is easily had or free for the taking.
