HeyRuaHow to say “rebellion” in Irish
- Irish:
- ceannairc
- English:
- rebellion, mutiny, sedition
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KYAN-uh-rik” /ˈcanəɾʲc/
- Plural:
- ceannaircí (rebellions)
- Genitive singular:
- ceannairce, na ceannairce (e.g. ceannairí na ceannairce, the leaders of the rebellion)
- Genitive plural:
- ceannaircí, na gceannaircí (e.g. stair na gceannaircí, the history of the rebellions)
What does “ceannairc” mean?
“Ceannairc” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- rebellion
- An armed or organised revolt against those in authority.Also: revolt, uprising, insurrection.
2 other meanings: mutiny or sedition
- 2mutiny
- A revolt by soldiers or sailors against their officers.Also: insubordination.
- 3sedition
- Speech or action meant to stir people up against the state.Also: subversion.
“Ceannairc” with the article
The plural of rebellion in Irish is ceannaircí. Here is ceannairc after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Ceannairc” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using ceannairc, the Irish word for rebellion.
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Rebellion in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for rebellion?
The Irish for rebellion is ceannairc (pronounced “KYAN-uh-rik”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is ceannaircí. Depending on context it can also mean mutiny or sedition.
How do you pronounce ceannairc in Irish?
Ceannairc is said like “KYAN-uh-rik” (IPA /ˈcanəɾʲc/).
What is the plural of rebellion in Irish?
The plural of ceannairc is ceannaircí; with the article, na ceannaircí means “the rebellions”. The genitive plural is ceannaircí, as in stair na gceannaircí (the history of the rebellions).
Does ceannairc have more than one meaning?
Yes. Ceannairc can mean rebellion, mutiny or sedition, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does ceannairc change to cheannairc or gceannairc?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) ceannairc becomes mo cheannairc (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gceannairc (eclipsis).
How does 'ceannairc' differ from 'éirí amach'?
'Éirí Amach' is the usual term for a historic rising such as Éirí Amach na Cásca, while 'ceannairc' is a more general word for rebellion, mutiny or sedition.
What is a rebel called?
A rebel is 'ceannairceach', and the adjective 'ceannairceach' means rebellious or seditious.
