HeyRuaHow to say “knapsack” in Irish
- Irish:
- cnapsac
- English:
- knapsack
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KNAP-suk” /ˈkn̪ˠapˠsˠək/
- Plural:
- cnapsaic (knapsacks)
- Genitive singular:
- cnapsaic, an chnapsaic (e.g. póca an chnapsaic, the pocket of the knapsack)
- Genitive plural:
- cnapsac, na gcnapsac (e.g. strapaí na gcnapsac, the straps of the knapsacks)
What does “cnapsac” mean?
- knapsack
- A bag carried on the back, used for carrying things when walking, hiking or going to school.Also: rucksack, backpack, haversack.
“Cnapsac” with the article
The plural of knapsack in Irish is cnapsaic. Here is cnapsac after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Cnapsac” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using cnapsac, the Irish word for knapsack.
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Knapsack in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for knapsack?
The Irish for knapsack is cnapsac (pronounced “KNAP-suk”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is cnapsaic.
How do you pronounce cnapsac in Irish?
Cnapsac is said like “KNAP-suk” (IPA /ˈkn̪ˠapˠsˠək/).
What is the plural of knapsack in Irish?
The plural of cnapsac is cnapsaic; with the article, na cnapsaic means “the knapsacks”. The genitive plural is cnapsac, as in strapaí na gcnapsac (the straps of the knapsacks).
Why does cnapsac change to chnapsac or gcnapsac?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) cnapsac becomes mo chnapsac (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcnapsac (eclipsis).
Is 'cnapsac' the only Irish word for a school bag?
No, 'mála scoile' is also very common for a school bag, while 'cnapsac' is any bag carried on the back, like a rucksack.
