HeyRuaHow to say “jar” in Irish
- Irish:
- próca
- English:
- jar, urn
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “PRAW-kuh” /ˈpˠɾˠoːkə/
- Plural:
- prócaí (jars)
- Genitive singular:
- próca, an phróca (e.g. clúdach an phróca, the lid of the jar)
- Genitive plural:
- prócaí, na bprócaí (e.g. clúdaigh na bprócaí, the lids of the jars)
What does “próca” mean?
“Próca” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- jar
- A container, usually of glass or earthenware, with a wide mouth, used for storing food such as jam or honey.Also: pot, crock, jam jar.
1 other meaning: urn
- 2urn
- A vase-shaped vessel, especially one used to hold the ashes of a dead person.Also: funeral urn, vessel.
“Próca” with the article
The plural of jar in Irish is prócaí. Here is próca after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Próca” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using próca, the Irish word for jar.
Other nouns in Irish
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Jar in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for jar?
The Irish for jar is próca (pronounced “PRAW-kuh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is prócaí. Depending on context it can also mean urn.
How do you pronounce próca in Irish?
Próca is said like “PRAW-kuh” (IPA /ˈpˠɾˠoːkə/).
What is the plural of jar in Irish?
The plural of próca is prócaí; with the article, na prócaí means “the jars”. The genitive plural is prócaí, as in clúdaigh na bprócaí (the lids of the jars).
Does próca have more than one meaning?
Yes. Próca can mean jar or urn, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does próca change to phróca or bpróca?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) próca becomes mo phróca (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bpróca (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'próca' and 'crúsca'?
A 'próca' is a jar, often glass, for storing food like jam, while a 'crúsca' is a jug or pitcher for pouring liquids.
