HeyRuaHow to say “stonemason” in Irish
- Irish:
- clochadóir
- English:
- stonemason
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “KLOKH-uh-dohr” /ˈkl̪ˠɔxəd̪ˠoːɾʲ/
- Plural:
- clochadóirí (stonemasons)
- Genitive singular:
- clochadóra, an chlochadóra (e.g. uirlisí an chlochadóra, the stonemason's tools)
- Genitive plural:
- clochadóirí, na gclochadóirí (e.g. ceardchumann na gclochadóirí, the stonemasons' union)
What does “clochadóir” mean?
- stonemason
- A person whose trade is cutting, dressing and building with stone.Also: mason, stone cutter, stone worker.
“Clochadóir” with the article
The plural of stonemason in Irish is clochadóirí. Here is clochadóir after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Clochadóir” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using clochadóir, the Irish word for stonemason.
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Stonemason in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for stonemason?
The Irish for stonemason is clochadóir (pronounced “KLOKH-uh-dohr”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is clochadóirí.
How do you pronounce clochadóir in Irish?
Clochadóir is said like “KLOKH-uh-dohr” (IPA /ˈkl̪ˠɔxəd̪ˠoːɾʲ/).
What is the plural of stonemason in Irish?
The plural of clochadóir is clochadóirí; with the article, na clochadóirí means “the stonemasons”. The genitive plural is clochadóirí, as in ceardchumann na gclochadóirí (the stonemasons' union).
Why does clochadóir change to chlochadóir or gclochadóir?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) clochadóir becomes mo chlochadóir (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gclochadóir (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'clochadóir' and 'saor cloiche'?
Both mean stonemason; 'saor cloiche' is the traditional phrase, while 'clochadóir' is a single word for someone who works with stone.
