HeyRuaHow to say “potter” in Irish
- Irish:
- criadóir
- English:
- potter
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KREE-uh-dohr” /ˈkɾʲiəd̪ˠoːɾʲ/
- Plural:
- criadóirí (potters)
- Genitive singular:
- criadóra, an chriadóra (e.g. ceardlann an chriadóra, the potter's workshop)
- Genitive plural:
- criadóirí, na gcriadóirí (e.g. cumann criadóirí, a potters' association)
What does “criadóir” mean?
- potter
- A person who makes pots, bowls and other objects from clay.Also: ceramist, ceramicist, clay worker.
“Criadóir” with the article
The plural of potter in Irish is criadóirí. Here is criadóir after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Criadóir” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using criadóir, the Irish word for potter.
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Potter in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for potter?
The Irish for potter is criadóir (pronounced “KREE-uh-dohr”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is criadóirí.
How do you pronounce criadóir in Irish?
Criadóir is said like “KREE-uh-dohr” (IPA /ˈkɾʲiəd̪ˠoːɾʲ/).
What is the plural of potter in Irish?
The plural of criadóir is criadóirí; with the article, na criadóirí means “the potters”. The genitive plural is criadóirí, as in cumann criadóirí (a potters' association).
Why does criadóir change to chriadóir or gcriadóir?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) criadóir becomes mo chriadóir (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcriadóir (eclipsis).
What is the word for the craft of pottery?
The craft is criadóireacht, from cré 'clay'; the person is criadóir.
How do I say I am a potter?
Say 'Is criadóir mé' or 'Táim i mo chriadóir'.
