HeyRuaHow to say “protection” in Irish
- Irish:
- coimirce
- English:
- protection, guardianship, patronage
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KIM-ir-kyuh” /ˈkɪmʲəɾʲcə/
- Genitive singular:
- coimirce, na coimirce (e.g. faoi chosaint na coimirce, under the protection of sanctuary)
What does “coimirce” mean?
“Coimirce” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- protection
- The care and safekeeping someone gives to a person or thing to keep them from harm.Also: safekeeping, care, shelter.
2 other meanings: guardianship or patronage
- 2guardianship
- The legal or formal responsibility of looking after someone, such as a child or ward.Also: custody, wardship.
- 3patronage
- The support or sponsorship given by a powerful person or body.Also: aegis, auspices, sponsorship.
Other Irish words for protection: slándáil (security)
“Coimirce” with the article
Here is coimirce after the article (an t-alt).
“Coimirce” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using coimirce, the Irish word for protection.
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Protection in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for protection?
The Irish for protection is coimirce (pronounced “KIM-ir-kyuh”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean guardianship or patronage.
How do you pronounce coimirce in Irish?
Coimirce is said like “KIM-ir-kyuh” (IPA /ˈkɪmʲəɾʲcə/).
Does coimirce have a plural?
No plural form is given for coimirce in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does coimirce have more than one meaning?
Yes. Coimirce can mean protection, guardianship or patronage, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does coimirce change to choimirce or gcoimirce?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) coimirce becomes mo choimirce (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcoimirce (eclipsis).
How is 'coimirce' different from 'cosaint'?
'Cosaint' is the general word for defence or protection, while 'coimirce' stresses being in someone's care or keeping, as in 'faoi choimirce Dé'.
How do I say 'under the auspices of' in Irish?
Use 'faoi choimirce' followed by the genitive, for example 'faoi choimirce an Rialtais'.
