HeyRuaHow to say “kidnapper” in Irish
- Irish:
- fuadaitheoir
- English:
- kidnapper, hijacker
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “FOO-uh-dee-ore” /ˈfuəd̪ˠiˌoːɾʲ/
- Plural:
- fuadaitheoirí (kidnappers)
- Genitive singular:
- fuadaitheora, an fhuadaitheora (e.g. ainm an fhuadaitheora, the kidnapper's name)
- Genitive plural:
- fuadaitheoirí, na bhfuadaitheoirí (e.g. éilimh na bhfuadaitheoirí, the kidnappers' demands)
What does “fuadaitheoir” mean?
“Fuadaitheoir” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- kidnapper
- A person who carries off someone by force, especially to demand a ransom.Also: abductor, snatcher.
1 other meaning: hijacker
- 2hijacker
- A person who seizes control of a vehicle, aircraft or ship by force.Also: skyjacker.
“Fuadaitheoir” with the article
The plural of kidnapper in Irish is fuadaitheoirí. Here is fuadaitheoir after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Fuadaitheoir” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using fuadaitheoir, the Irish word for kidnapper.
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Kidnapper in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for kidnapper?
The Irish for kidnapper is fuadaitheoir (pronounced “FOO-uh-dee-ore”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is fuadaitheoirí. Depending on context it can also mean hijacker.
How do you pronounce fuadaitheoir in Irish?
Fuadaitheoir is said like “FOO-uh-dee-ore” (IPA /ˈfuəd̪ˠiˌoːɾʲ/).
What is the plural of kidnapper in Irish?
The plural of fuadaitheoir is fuadaitheoirí; with the article, na fuadaitheoirí means “the kidnappers”. The genitive plural is fuadaitheoirí, as in éilimh na bhfuadaitheoirí (the kidnappers' demands).
Does fuadaitheoir have more than one meaning?
Yes. Fuadaitheoir can mean kidnapper or hijacker, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does fuadaitheoir change to fhuadaitheoir or bhfuadaitheoir?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) fuadaitheoir becomes m'fhuadaitheoir (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhfuadaitheoir (eclipsis).
What is the act of kidnapping called in Irish?
The act is 'fuadach', the verbal noun of 'fuadaigh' (to kidnap, snatch); the person who does it is the 'fuadaitheoir'.
