HeyRuaHow to say “pioneer” in Irish
- Irish:
- ceannródaí
- English:
- pioneer, leader
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KYAN-roh-dee” /ˈcanˌɾˠoːd̪ˠiː/
- Plural:
- ceannródaithe (pioneers)
- Genitive singular:
- ceannródaí, an cheannródaí (e.g. saothar an cheannródaí, the work of the pioneer)
- Genitive plural:
- ceannródaithe, na gceannródaithe (e.g. cuimhne na gceannródaithe, the memory of the pioneers)
What does “ceannródaí” mean?
“Ceannródaí” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- pioneer
- A person who is among the first to do something new or to develop a new area or idea.Also: trailblazer, innovator, forerunner.
1 other meaning: leader
- 2leader
- A person who leads the way or guides others, especially at the front of a group.Also: pathfinder, guide.
“Ceannródaí” with the article
The plural of pioneer in Irish is ceannródaithe. Here is ceannródaí after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Ceannródaí” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using ceannródaí, the Irish word for pioneer.
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Pioneer in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for pioneer?
The Irish for pioneer is ceannródaí (pronounced “KYAN-roh-dee”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is ceannródaithe. Depending on context it can also mean leader.
How do you pronounce ceannródaí in Irish?
Ceannródaí is said like “KYAN-roh-dee” (IPA /ˈcanˌɾˠoːd̪ˠiː/).
What is the plural of pioneer in Irish?
The plural of ceannródaí is ceannródaithe; with the article, na ceannródaithe means “the pioneers”. The genitive plural is ceannródaithe, as in cuimhne na gceannródaithe (the memory of the pioneers).
Does ceannródaí have more than one meaning?
Yes. Ceannródaí can mean pioneer or leader, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does ceannródaí change to cheannródaí or gceannródaí?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) ceannródaí becomes mo cheannródaí (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gceannródaí (eclipsis).
What is the difference between ceannródaí and ceannaire?
Ceannródaí is a pioneer who breaks new ground, while ceannaire is a leader of a group, party or organisation.
