HeyRuaHow to say “furrow” in Irish
- Irish:
- clas
- English:
- furrow, channel
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “klas” /kl̪ˠasˠ/
- Plural:
- clasa (furrows)
- Genitive singular:
- claise, na claise (e.g. bun na claise, the bottom of the furrow)
- Genitive plural:
- clas, na gclas (e.g. díreacht na gclas, the straightness of the furrows)
What does “clas” mean?
“Clas” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- furrow
- A long narrow groove or trench in the ground, such as one made by a plough or between ridges.Also: trench, groove, ditch.
1 other meaning: channel
- 2channel
- A narrow channel or gully through which water runs.Also: gully, drain, trough.
“Clas” with the article
The plural of furrow in Irish is clasa. Here is clas after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Clas” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using clas, the Irish word for furrow.
Other nouns in Irish
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Furrow in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for furrow?
The Irish for furrow is clas (pronounced “klas”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is clasa. Depending on context it can also mean channel.
How do you pronounce clas in Irish?
Clas is said like “klas” (IPA /kl̪ˠasˠ/).
What is the plural of furrow in Irish?
The plural of clas is clasa; with the article, na clasa means “the furrows”. The genitive plural is clas, as in díreacht na gclas (the straightness of the furrows).
Does clas have more than one meaning?
Yes. Clas can mean furrow or channel, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does clas change to chlas or gclas?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) clas becomes mo chlas (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gclas (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'clas' and 'iomaire'?
An 'iomaire' is the raised ridge in a field, while a 'clas' is the furrow or hollow between ridges.
Does 'clas' mean a school class?
No, a school class is 'rang'; 'clas' means a furrow or channel in the ground.
