HeyRuaHow to say “game” in Irish
- Irish:
- cluiche
- English:
- game, match
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KLIH-huh” /ˈkl̪ˠɪhə/
- Plural:
- cluichí (games)
- Genitive singular:
- cluiche, an chluiche (e.g. deireadh an chluiche, the end of the game)
- Genitive plural:
- cluichí, na gcluichí (e.g. rialacha na gcluichí, the rules of the games)
What does “cluiche” mean?
“Cluiche” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- game
- An activity played for fun according to rules, such as a card game or a board game.Also: play, pastime.
1 other meaning: match
- 2match
- A sporting contest between two players or teams.Also: game, fixture, contest.
Other Irish words for game: báire (match)
“Cluiche” with the article
The plural of game in Irish is cluichí. Here is cluiche after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Cluiche” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using cluiche, the Irish word for game.
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Game in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for game?
The Irish for game is cluiche (pronounced “KLIH-huh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is cluichí. Depending on context it can also mean match.
How do you pronounce cluiche in Irish?
Cluiche is said like “KLIH-huh” (IPA /ˈkl̪ˠɪhə/).
What is the plural of game in Irish?
The plural of cluiche is cluichí; with the article, na cluichí means “the games”. The genitive plural is cluichí, as in rialacha na gcluichí (the rules of the games).
Does cluiche have more than one meaning?
Yes. Cluiche can mean game or match, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does cluiche change to chluiche or gcluiche?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) cluiche becomes mo chluiche (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcluiche (eclipsis).
How do I say 'a game of cards' or 'a game of football'?
Use the genitive after cluiche: cluiche cártaí (a game of cards), cluiche peile (a game of football).
What is the difference between cluiche and imirt?
Cluiche is the game or match itself, while imirt is the verbal noun meaning the playing of it: bhí an imirt go maith sa chluiche (the play was good in the match).
