HeyRuaHow to say “foundation stone” in Irish
- Irish:
- bunchloch
- English:
- foundation stone, cornerstone
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “BUN-khlukh” /ˈbˠʊnˌxlˠɔx/
- Plural:
- bunchlocha (foundation stones)
- Genitive singular:
- bunchloiche, na bunchloiche (e.g. leagan na bunchloiche, the laying of the foundation stone)
- Genitive plural:
- bunchloch, na mbunchloch (e.g. suíomh na mbunchloch, the position of the foundation stones)
What does “bunchloch” mean?
“Bunchloch” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- foundation stone
- A stone laid at the base of a building, often ceremonially, to mark the start of construction.Also: cornerstone, base stone.
1 other meaning: cornerstone
- 2cornerstone
- The basic or most important part on which something else depends.Also: basis, foundation, keystone.
“Bunchloch” with the article
The plural of foundation stone in Irish is bunchlocha. Here is bunchloch after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Bunchloch” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using bunchloch, the Irish word for foundation stone.
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Foundation stone in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for foundation stone?
The Irish for foundation stone is bunchloch (pronounced “BUN-khlukh”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is bunchlocha. Depending on context it can also mean cornerstone.
How do you pronounce bunchloch in Irish?
Bunchloch is said like “BUN-khlukh” (IPA /ˈbˠʊnˌxlˠɔx/).
What is the plural of foundation stone in Irish?
The plural of bunchloch is bunchlocha; with the article, na bunchlocha means “the foundation stones”. The genitive plural is bunchloch, as in suíomh na mbunchloch (the position of the foundation stones).
Does bunchloch have more than one meaning?
Yes. Bunchloch can mean foundation stone or cornerstone, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does bunchloch change to bhunchloch or mbunchloch?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) bunchloch becomes mo bhunchloch (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár mbunchloch (eclipsis).
What is the difference between bunchloch and dúshraith?
Bunchloch is a single foundation stone or cornerstone, while dúshraith is the whole foundation of a building or idea.
