HeyRuaHow to say “high rank” in Irish
- Irish:
- ardchéim
- English:
- high rank, higher degree
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “AWRD-khay-im” /ˈɑːɾˠdˠˌçeːmʲ/
- Plural:
- ardchéimeanna (high ranks)
- Genitive singular:
- ardchéime, na hardchéime (e.g. duine ardchéime, a person of high rank)
- Genitive plural:
- ardchéimeanna, na n-ardchéimeanna (e.g. bronnadh na n-ardchéimeanna, the conferring of the higher degrees)
What does “ardchéim” mean?
“Ardchéim” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- high rank
- A high position or standing, for example in an organisation, the army or society.Also: eminence, high position, dignity, prominence.
1 other meaning: higher degree
- 2higher degree
- An advanced university qualification above a primary degree, such as a master's or doctorate.Also: advanced degree, postgraduate degree, master's degree.
“Ardchéim” with the article
The plural of high rank in Irish is ardchéimeanna. Here is ardchéim after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Ardchéim” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using ardchéim, the Irish word for high rank.
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High rank in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for high rank?
The Irish for high rank is ardchéim (pronounced “AWRD-khay-im”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is ardchéimeanna. Depending on context it can also mean higher degree.
How do you pronounce ardchéim in Irish?
Ardchéim is said like “AWRD-khay-im” (IPA /ˈɑːɾˠdˠˌçeːmʲ/).
What is the plural of high rank in Irish?
The plural of ardchéim is ardchéimeanna; with the article, na hardchéimeanna means “the high ranks”. The genitive plural is ardchéimeanna, as in bronnadh na n-ardchéimeanna (the conferring of the higher degrees).
Does ardchéim have more than one meaning?
Yes. Ardchéim can mean high rank or higher degree, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does ardchéim sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an ardchéim (the high rank), a hardchéim (her high rank), a n-ardchéim (their high rank), na hardchéimeanna (the high ranks).
How is 'ardchéim' different from 'céim'?
'Céim' means a step, a rank or a degree in general, while 'ardchéim' adds 'ard' (high) to mean a high rank or a higher, postgraduate degree.
