HeyRuaHow to say “ordnance” in Irish
- Irish:
- ordanás
- English:
- ordnance, ordnance survey
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “OR-duh-nawss” /ˈɔɾˠd̪ˠən̪ˠaːsˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- ordanáis, an ordanáis (e.g. stóras an ordanáis, the ordnance depot)
What does “ordanás” mean?
“Ordanás” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- ordnance
- Military supplies such as heavy guns, artillery and ammunition.Also: artillery, munitions, military supplies.
1 other meaning: ordnance survey
- 2ordnance survey
- Used in the name Suirbhéireacht Ordanáis, the official mapping survey of a country.Also: mapping survey, official survey.
“Ordanás” with the article
Here is ordanás after the article (an t-alt).
“Ordanás” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using ordanás, the Irish word for ordnance.
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Ordnance in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for ordnance?
The Irish for ordnance is ordanás (pronounced “OR-duh-nawss”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean ordnance survey.
How do you pronounce ordanás in Irish?
Ordanás is said like “OR-duh-nawss” (IPA /ˈɔɾˠd̪ˠən̪ˠaːsˠ/).
Does ordanás have a plural?
No plural form is given for ordanás in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does ordanás have more than one meaning?
Yes. Ordanás can mean ordnance or ordnance survey, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does ordanás sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-ordanás (the ordnance), a hordanás (her ordnance), a n-ordanás (their ordnance).
How do you say Ordnance Survey Ireland in Irish?
It is Suirbhéireacht Ordanáis Éireann, with ordanás in the genitive form ordanáis.
