HeyRuaHow to say “successor” in Irish
- Irish:
- comharba
- English:
- successor, coarb
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KOH-ruh-buh” /ˈkoːɾˠbˠə/
- Plural:
- comharbaí (successors)
- Genitive singular:
- comharba, an chomharba (e.g. ainm an chomharba, the name of the successor)
- Genitive plural:
- comharbaí, na gcomharbaí (e.g. liosta na gcomharbaí, the list of successors)
What does “comharba” mean?
“Comharba” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- successor
- A person who takes over a position, office or role from someone else.Also: heir, inheritor.
1 other meaning: coarb
- 2coarb
- Historically, the heir or successor of the founder of an early Irish church or monastery, who held its lands and office.Also: comarb, abbot successor.
“Comharba” with the article
The plural of successor in Irish is comharbaí. Here is comharba after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Comharba” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using comharba, the Irish word for successor.
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Successor in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for successor?
The Irish for successor is comharba (pronounced “KOH-ruh-buh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is comharbaí. Depending on context it can also mean coarb.
How do you pronounce comharba in Irish?
Comharba is said like “KOH-ruh-buh” (IPA /ˈkoːɾˠbˠə/).
What is the plural of successor in Irish?
The plural of comharba is comharbaí; with the article, na comharbaí means “the successors”. The genitive plural is comharbaí, as in liosta na gcomharbaí (the list of successors).
Does comharba have more than one meaning?
Yes. Comharba can mean successor or coarb, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does comharba change to chomharba or gcomharba?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) comharba becomes mo chomharba (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcomharba (eclipsis).
What is the difference between comharba and oidhre?
Comharba is a successor in an office or position, while oidhre is usually an heir who inherits property or a title.
How do you say 'successor to someone'?
Use ar: comharba ar an easpag, 'successor to the bishop'.
