HeyRuaHow to say “lump” in Irish
- Irish:
- cnapán
- English:
- lump, lump (swelling)
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “kruh-PAWN” /kɾˠəˈpˠɑːnˠ/
- Plural:
- cnapáin (lumps)
- Genitive singular:
- cnapáin, an chnapáin (e.g. méid an chnapáin, the size of the lump)
- Genitive plural:
- cnapán, na gcnapán (e.g. líon na gcnapán, the number of lumps)
What does “cnapán” mean?
“Cnapán” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- lump
- A small rounded mass or piece of something, such as earth, sugar or coal.Also: knob, clod, chunk.
“Cnapán” with the article
The plural of lump in Irish is cnapáin. Here is cnapán after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Cnapán” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using cnapán, 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 cnapán (pronounced “kruh-PAWN”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is cnapáin. Depending on context it can also mean lump (swelling).
How do you pronounce cnapán in Irish?
Cnapán is said like “kruh-PAWN” (IPA /kɾˠəˈpˠɑːnˠ/).
What is the plural of lump in Irish?
The plural of cnapán is cnapáin; with the article, na cnapáin means “the lumps”. The genitive plural is cnapán, as in líon na gcnapán (the number of lumps).
Does cnapán have more than one meaning?
Yes. Cnapán can mean lump or lump (swelling), depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does cnapán change to chnapán or gcnapán?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) cnapán becomes mo chnapán (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcnapán (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'cnapán' and 'cnap'?
Both mean a lump; 'cnapán' is the diminutive form and is the more usual word for a small lump or bump, while 'cnap' can also mean a heap or knob.
