HeyRuaHow to say “shooter” in Irish
- Irish:
- lámhachóir
- English:
- shooter
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “LAW-wukh-oor” /ˈl̪ˠɑːwəxoːɾʲ/
- Plural:
- lámhachóirí (shooters)
- Genitive singular:
- lámhachóra, an lámhachóra (e.g. gunna an lámhachóra, the shooter's gun)
- Genitive plural:
- lámhachóirí, na lámhachóirí (e.g. cumann lámhachóirí, a shooters' club)
What does “lámhachóir” mean?
- shooter
- A person who shoots with a gun, especially a marksman or someone who shoots game.Also: marksman, gunman, shot, rifleman.
“Lámhachóir” with the article
The plural of shooter in Irish is lámhachóirí. Here is lámhachóir after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Lámhachóir” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using lámhachóir, the Irish word for shooter.
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Shooter in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for shooter?
The Irish for shooter is lámhachóir (pronounced “LAW-wukh-oor”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is lámhachóirí.
How do you pronounce lámhachóir in Irish?
Lámhachóir is said like “LAW-wukh-oor” (IPA /ˈl̪ˠɑːwəxoːɾʲ/).
What is the plural of shooter in Irish?
The plural of lámhachóir is lámhachóirí; with the article, na lámhachóirí means “the shooters”. The genitive plural is lámhachóirí, as in cumann lámhachóirí (a shooters' club).
How is 'lámhachóir' related to 'lámhach'?
'Lámhachóir' is the agent noun formed from 'lámhach', meaning shooting, so it is the person who shoots.
What is the difference between 'lámhachóir' and 'sealgaire'?
'Lámhachóir' is anyone who shoots, while 'sealgaire' is a hunter, who may or may not use a gun.
