HeyRuaHow to say “halter” in Irish
- Irish:
- ceanrach
- English:
- halter
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KYOW-ruhkh” /ˈcaunˠɾˠəx/
- Plural:
- ceanracha (halters)
- Genitive singular:
- ceanraí, na ceanraí (e.g. téad na ceanraí, the rope of the halter)
- Genitive plural:
- ceanrach, na gceanrach (e.g. búcla na gceanrach, the buckle of the halters)
What does “ceanrach” mean?
- halter
- A rope or strap fitted around an animal's head, used to lead or tie it.Also: head-rope, headstall, lead rope.
“Ceanrach” with the article
The plural of halter in Irish is ceanracha. Here is ceanrach after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Ceanrach” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using ceanrach, the Irish word for halter.
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Halter in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for halter?
The Irish for halter is ceanrach (pronounced “KYOW-ruhkh”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is ceanracha.
How do you pronounce ceanrach in Irish?
Ceanrach is said like “KYOW-ruhkh” (IPA /ˈcaunˠɾˠəx/).
What is the plural of halter in Irish?
The plural of ceanrach is ceanracha; with the article, na ceanracha means “the halters”. The genitive plural is ceanrach, as in búcla na gceanrach (the buckle of the halters).
Why does ceanrach change to cheanrach or gceanrach?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) ceanrach becomes mo cheanrach (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gceanrach (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'ceanrach' and 'srian'?
A 'ceanrach' is a halter for leading or tying an animal, while a 'srian' is a bridle with a bit used for riding or driving.
