HeyRuaHow to say “handicraft” in Irish
- Irish:
- lámhcheird
- English:
- handicraft
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “LAWV-kyairj” /ˈlˠaːwˌceːɾʲdʲ/
Various forms
- Plural:
- lámhcheirdeanna (handicrafts)
- Genitive singular:
- lámhcheirde, na lámhcheirde (e.g. ceardlann lámhcheirde, a handicraft workshop)
- Genitive plural:
- lámhcheirdeanna, na lámhcheirdeanna (e.g. aonach lámhcheirdeanna, a handicrafts fair)
What does “lámhcheird” mean?
- handicraft
- A craft or skilled work done by hand, such as weaving, pottery or basketmaking.Also: craft, handcraft, manual craft, craftwork.
“Lámhcheird” with the article
The plural of handicraft in Irish is lámhcheirdeanna. Here is lámhcheird after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
an lámhcheird
the handicraft
No change after an
na lámhcheirdeanna
the handicrafts
Plural: no change after na
“Lámhcheird” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using lámhcheird, the Irish word for handicraft.
Is lámhcheird thraidisiúnta í an fhíodóireacht.
Weaving is a traditional handicraft.
Tá an lámhcheird seo ag dul i léig.
This handicraft is dying out.
Díolann siad lámhcheirdeanna áitiúla sa siopa.
They sell local handicrafts in the shop.
Bhí taispeántas lámhcheirde sa halla aréir.
There was a handicraft exhibition in the hall last night.
D'fhoghlaim mé mo lámhcheird ó mo sheanmháthair.
I learned my craft from my grandmother.
Tá suim mhór aici i lámhcheirdeanna na hÉireann.
She is very interested in Irish handicrafts.
Múintear lámhcheird sa scoil gach Aoine.
Handicraft is taught in the school every Friday.
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Handicraft in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for handicraft?
The Irish for handicraft is lámhcheird (pronounced “LAWV-kyairj”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is lámhcheirdeanna.
How do you pronounce lámhcheird in Irish?
Lámhcheird is said like “LAWV-kyairj” (IPA /ˈlˠaːwˌceːɾʲdʲ/).
What is the plural of handicraft in Irish?
The plural of lámhcheird is lámhcheirdeanna; with the article, na lámhcheirdeanna means “the handicrafts”. The genitive plural is lámhcheirdeanna, as in aonach lámhcheirdeanna (a handicrafts fair).
What is the difference between 'lámhcheird' and 'ceird'?
'Ceird' means a trade or craft in general, while 'lámhcheird' specifically means a craft done by hand, a handicraft.
