HeyRuaHow to say “springboard” in Irish
- Irish:
- preabchlár
- English:
- springboard, springboard (figurative)
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “PRAB-khlawr” /ˈpɾʲabˌxlˠɑːɾˠ/
- Plural:
- preabchláir (springboards)
- Genitive singular:
- preabchláir, an phreabchláir (e.g. imeall an phreabchláir, the edge of the springboard)
- Genitive plural:
- preabchlár, na bpreabchlár (e.g. airde na bpreabchlár, the height of the springboards)
What does “preabchlár” mean?
“Preabchlár” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- springboard
- A flexible board that a diver or gymnast jumps on to gain height.Also: diving board, trampoline board.
1 other meaning: springboard (figurative)
- 2springboard (figurative)
- Something that helps a person or project get started or move forward.Also: springboard, launch pad, starting point.
“Preabchlár” with the article
The plural of springboard in Irish is preabchláir. Here is preabchlár after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Preabchlár” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using preabchlár, the Irish word for springboard.
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Springboard in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for springboard?
The Irish for springboard is preabchlár (pronounced “PRAB-khlawr”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is preabchláir. Depending on context it can also mean springboard (figurative).
How do you pronounce preabchlár in Irish?
Preabchlár is said like “PRAB-khlawr” (IPA /ˈpɾʲabˌxlˠɑːɾˠ/).
What is the plural of springboard in Irish?
The plural of preabchlár is preabchláir; with the article, na preabchláir means “the springboards”. The genitive plural is preabchlár, as in airde na bpreabchlár (the height of the springboards).
Does preabchlár have more than one meaning?
Yes. Preabchlár can mean springboard or springboard (figurative), depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does preabchlár change to phreabchlár or bpreabchlár?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) preabchlár becomes mo phreabchlár (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bpreabchlár (eclipsis).
How is 'preabchlár' formed?
It combines 'preab' (a bounce or jump) with 'clár' (a board), so it literally means a bouncing board.
