HeyRuaHow to say “poker” in Irish
- Irish:
- priocaire
- English:
- poker, prodder
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “PRIK-ir-uh” /ˈpɾʲɪkəɾʲə/
- Plural:
- priocairí (pokers)
- Genitive singular:
- priocaire, an phriocaire (e.g. cos an phriocaire, the handle of the poker)
- Genitive plural:
- priocairí, na bpriocairí (e.g. ceannaí na bpriocairí, the poker seller)
What does “priocaire” mean?
“Priocaire” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- poker
- A metal rod used for stirring up a fire.Also: fire poker, fire iron.
1 other meaning: prodder
- 2prodder
- A pointed stick or implement used for prodding or poking something.Also: pointed stick, goad.
“Priocaire” with the article
The plural of poker in Irish is priocairí. Here is priocaire after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Priocaire” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using priocaire, the Irish word for poker.
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Poker in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for poker?
The Irish for poker is priocaire (pronounced “PRIK-ir-uh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is priocairí. Depending on context it can also mean prodder.
How do you pronounce priocaire in Irish?
Priocaire is said like “PRIK-ir-uh” (IPA /ˈpɾʲɪkəɾʲə/).
What is the plural of poker in Irish?
The plural of priocaire is priocairí; with the article, na priocairí means “the pokers”. The genitive plural is priocairí, as in ceannaí na bpriocairí (the poker seller).
Does priocaire have more than one meaning?
Yes. Priocaire can mean poker or prodder, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does priocaire change to phriocaire or bpriocaire?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) priocaire becomes mo phriocaire (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bpriocaire (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'priocaire' and 'tlú'?
A 'priocaire' is a poker for stirring the fire, while a 'tlú' is a pair of tongs for lifting coals or turf.
