Nook in Irish (Clúid): Meaning, Pronunciation & Examples

Q: What is the Irish for nook?

The Irish for nook is clúid (pronounced “kloodj”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is clúideacha. Depending on context it can also mean cover.

Q: What is the plural of nook in Irish?

The plural of clúid is clúideacha; with the article, na clúideacha means “the nooks”. The genitive plural is clúideacha, as in i measc na gclúideacha (among the nooks).

Q: Does clúid have more than one meaning?

Yes. Clúid can mean nook or cover, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How to say “nook” in Irish

Irish:: clúid
English:: nook, cover
Word type:: noun
Gender:: feminine, second declension
Pronunciation:: “kloodj” /kl̪ˠuːdʲ/

Various forms

Plural:: clúideacha (nooks)
Genitive singular:: clúide, na clúide (e.g. teas na clúide, the warmth of the nook)
Genitive plural:: clúideacha, na gclúideacha (e.g. i measc na gclúideacha, among the nooks)

What does “clúid” mean?

“Clúid” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.

nook: A snug corner or sheltered recess, especially the corner beside the fireplace.Also: corner, chimney corner, inglenook, recess.

1 other meaning: cover

2cover: Something that covers or shelters, or the state of being under cover or protection.Also: covering, shelter, protection.

“Clúid” with the article

The plural of nook in Irish is clúideacha. Here is clúid after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.

an chlúid

the nook

Lenition: c becomes ch after an (feminine noun)

na clúideacha

the nooks

Plural: no change after na

“Clúid” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using clúid, the Irish word for nook.

Shuigh an seanfhear sa chlúid in aice na tine.

The old man sat in the corner by the fire.

Shuigh sí i gclúid bheag chluthar léi féin.

She sat in a cosy little nook by herself.

Chuardaíomar gach cearn is clúid den teach.

We searched every nook and cranny of the house.

Bhí an leanbh ina chodladh i gclúid a mháthar.

The baby was asleep in its mother's arms.

Tá clúideacha deasa sa seanteach sin.

There are lovely nooks in that old house.

Rinne siad an obair faoi chlúid na hoíche.

They did the work under cover of night.

Is í mo chlúid féin an áit is fearr liom.

My own corner is my favourite place.

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Nook in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for nook?

The Irish for nook is clúid (pronounced “kloodj”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is clúideacha. Depending on context it can also mean cover.

How do you pronounce clúid in Irish?

Clúid is said like “kloodj” (IPA /kl̪ˠuːdʲ/).

What is the plural of nook in Irish?

The plural of clúid is clúideacha; with the article, na clúideacha means “the nooks”. The genitive plural is clúideacha, as in i measc na gclúideacha (among the nooks).

Does clúid have more than one meaning?

Yes. Clúid can mean nook or cover, depending on context; the first is the most common.

Why does clúid change to chlúid or gclúid?

Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) clúid becomes mo chlúid (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gclúid (eclipsis).

What is the difference between 'clúid' and 'cúinne'?

'Cúinne' is any corner, while 'clúid' suggests a snug, sheltered nook, especially the chimney corner.

Is 'clúid' related to 'clúdach'?

Yes, both carry the idea of covering; 'clúdach' is a cover or envelope, and 'clúidín' is a nappy.

Nook in Irish (Clúid): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage