HeyRuaHow to say “lid” in Irish
- Irish:
- claibín
- English:
- lid, latch
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KLAB-een” /ˈklˠabʲiːnʲ/
- Plural:
- claibíní (lids)
- Genitive singular:
- claibín, an chlaibín (e.g. dath an chlaibín, the colour of the lid)
- Genitive plural:
- claibíní, na gclaibíní (e.g. bosca na gclaibíní, the box of lids)
What does “claibín” mean?
“Claibín” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- lid
- A small cover that fits on top of a container such as a pot, jar or bottle.Also: cap, cover, stopper, top.
1 other meaning: latch
- 2latch
- A small lever or catch used to fasten a door or gate.Also: catch.
Other Irish words for lid: clúdach (cover)
“Claibín” with the article
The plural of lid in Irish is claibíní. Here is claibín after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Claibín” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using claibín, the Irish word for lid.
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Lid in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for lid?
The Irish for lid is claibín (pronounced “KLAB-een”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is claibíní. Depending on context it can also mean latch.
How do you pronounce claibín in Irish?
Claibín is said like “KLAB-een” (IPA /ˈklˠabʲiːnʲ/).
What is the plural of lid in Irish?
The plural of claibín is claibíní; with the article, na claibíní means “the lids”. The genitive plural is claibíní, as in bosca na gclaibíní (the box of lids).
Does claibín have more than one meaning?
Yes. Claibín can mean lid or latch, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does claibín change to chlaibín or gclaibín?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) claibín becomes mo chlaibín (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gclaibín (eclipsis).
What is the difference between claibín and clúdach?
Claibín is a lid or cap that fits on a container, like claibín an phota. Clúdach is a more general word for a cover or wrapping, such as an envelope or a book cover.
