HeyRuaHow to say “helmet” in Irish
- Irish:
- clogad
- English:
- helmet
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KLUG-ud” /ˈkl̪ˠɔɡəd̪ˠ/
- Plural:
- clogaid (helmets)
- Genitive singular:
- clogaid, an chlogaid (e.g. strapa an chlogaid, the strap of the helmet)
- Genitive plural:
- clogad, na gclogad (e.g. strapaí na gclogad, the helmet straps)
What does “clogad” mean?
- helmet
- A hard protective covering worn on the head, for example by soldiers, cyclists or builders.Also: crash helmet, hard hat, headgear.
“Clogad” with the article
The plural of helmet in Irish is clogaid. Here is clogad after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Clogad” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using clogad, the Irish word for helmet.
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Helmet in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for helmet?
The Irish for helmet is clogad (pronounced “KLUG-ud”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is clogaid.
How do you pronounce clogad in Irish?
Clogad is said like “KLUG-ud” (IPA /ˈkl̪ˠɔɡəd̪ˠ/).
What is the plural of helmet in Irish?
The plural of clogad is clogaid; with the article, na clogaid means “the helmets”. The genitive plural is clogad, as in strapaí na gclogad (the helmet straps).
Why does clogad change to chlogad or gclogad?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) clogad becomes mo chlogad (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gclogad (eclipsis).
Is clogad related to clog (bell)?
Yes, clogad comes from clog, bell, because of the bell-like shape of early helmets, but today clogad only means helmet.
What is the old word for a warrior's helmet?
In literature you may meet cathbharr, a battle helmet, but clogad is the normal everyday word.
