HeyRuaHow to say “physical education” in Irish
- Irish:
- corpoideachas
- English:
- physical education
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KUR-puh-dyakh-us” /ˈkɔɾˠpˠɪdʲəxəsˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- corpoideachais, an chorpoideachais (e.g. múinteoir corpoideachais, physical education teacher)
What does “corpoideachas” mean?
- physical education
- Physical education: the school subject and training in exercise, sport and fitness.Also: pe, physical training, gym class.
Other Irish words for physical education: corpoiliúint (physical education)
“Corpoideachas” with the article
Here is corpoideachas after the article (an t-alt).
“Corpoideachas” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using corpoideachas, the Irish word for physical education.
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Physical education in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for physical education?
The Irish for physical education is corpoideachas (pronounced “KUR-puh-dyakh-us”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce corpoideachas in Irish?
Corpoideachas is said like “KUR-puh-dyakh-us” (IPA /ˈkɔɾˠpˠɪdʲəxəsˠ/).
Does corpoideachas have a plural?
No plural form is given for corpoideachas in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does corpoideachas change to chorpoideachas or gcorpoideachas?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) corpoideachas becomes mo chorpoideachas (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcorpoideachas (eclipsis).
How is corpoideachas formed?
It combines corp (body) and oideachas (education), literally 'body education'.
Is corpoideachas a school subject name?
Yes, it is the standard name for PE on Irish school timetables, often abbreviated CO.
