HeyRuaHow to say “lump” in Irish
- Irish:
- cnap
- English:
- lump, heap
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “krup” /kɾˠapˠ/
- Plural:
- cnapanna (lumps)
- Genitive singular:
- cnaip, an chnaip (e.g. méid an chnaip, the size of the lump)
- Genitive plural:
- cnapanna, na gcnapanna (e.g. mála cnapanna guail, a bag of lumps of coal)
What does “cnap” mean?
“Cnap” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- lump
- A small solid mass or swelling of something, such as a lump of sugar or a lump on the head.Also: bump, knob, swelling, chunk.
“Cnap” with the article
The plural of lump in Irish is cnapanna. Here is cnap after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Cnap” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using cnap, the Irish word for lump.
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Lump in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for lump?
The Irish for lump is cnap (pronounced “krup”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is cnapanna. Depending on context it can also mean heap.
How do you pronounce cnap in Irish?
Cnap is said like “krup” (IPA /kɾˠapˠ/).
What is the plural of lump in Irish?
The plural of cnap is cnapanna; with the article, na cnapanna means “the lumps”. The genitive plural is cnapanna, as in mála cnapanna guail (a bag of lumps of coal).
Does cnap have more than one meaning?
Yes. Cnap can mean lump or heap, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does cnap change to chnap or gcnap?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) cnap becomes mo chnap (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcnap (eclipsis).
How do I say someone fell in a heap?
Use 'ina chnap' with a possessive: 'thit sé ina chnap', he fell in a heap, 'thit sí ina cnap', she fell in a heap.
What is the difference between 'cnap' and 'cnapán'?
'Cnapán' is a diminutive meaning a small lump or bump, while 'cnap' is the general word for a lump or heap.
