HeyRuaHow to say “handle” in Irish
- Irish:
- dornchla
- English:
- handle, hilt
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “DORN-khlah” /ˈd̪ˠoːɾˠn̪ˠˌxl̪ˠa/
- Plural:
- dornchlaí (handles)
- Genitive singular:
- dornchla, an dornchla (e.g. cruth an dornchla, the shape of the handle)
- Genitive plural:
- dornchlaí, na ndornchlaí (e.g. cruth na ndornchlaí, the shape of the handles)
What does “dornchla” mean?
“Dornchla” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- handle
- A part of an object, such as a cup, door or tool, that you hold it by.Also: hilt, grip, haft.
1 other meaning: hilt
- 2hilt
- The handle of a sword or dagger.Also: sword handle.
Other Irish words for handle: láimhseáil (handle), hanla (handle), láimhsigh (handle)
“Dornchla” with the article
The plural of handle in Irish is dornchlaí. Here is dornchla after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Dornchla” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using dornchla, the Irish word for handle.
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Handle in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for handle?
The Irish for handle is dornchla (pronounced “DORN-khlah”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is dornchlaí. Depending on context it can also mean hilt.
How do you pronounce dornchla in Irish?
Dornchla is said like “DORN-khlah” (IPA /ˈd̪ˠoːɾˠn̪ˠˌxl̪ˠa/).
What is the plural of handle in Irish?
The plural of dornchla is dornchlaí; with the article, na dornchlaí means “the handles”. The genitive plural is dornchlaí, as in cruth na ndornchlaí (the shape of the handles).
Does dornchla have more than one meaning?
Yes. Dornchla can mean handle or hilt, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does dornchla change to dhornchla or ndornchla?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) dornchla becomes mo dhornchla (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ndornchla (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'dornchla' and 'cluas' for a handle?
'Dornchla' is a general handle or hilt you grip, while 'cluas' is often used for the ear-shaped handle of a cup or jug. 'Murlán' is a doorknob.
