HeyRuaHow to say “tagging” in Irish
- Irish:
- clibeáil
- English:
- tagging
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- clibeáil, to tag (ag clibeáil, tagging)
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KLIB-awl” /ˈclʲɪbʲɑːlʲ/
- Genitive singular:
- clibeála, na clibeála (e.g. córas clibeála, tagging system)
What does “clibeáil” mean?
- tagging
- The act of attaching a tag or label to something, such as a photo, file or animal; verbal noun of the verb clibeáil.Also: labelling, tag.
“Clibeáil” as a verbal noun
After ag, clibeáil means tagging: it is the verbal noun of the verb clibeáil (to tag). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Clibeáil” with the article
Here is clibeáil after the article (an t-alt).
“Clibeáil” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using clibeáil, the Irish word for tagging.
Other nouns in Irish
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Tagging in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for tagging?
The Irish for tagging is clibeáil (pronounced “KLIB-awl”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce clibeáil in Irish?
Clibeáil is said like “KLIB-awl” (IPA /ˈclʲɪbʲɑːlʲ/).
Does clibeáil have a plural?
No plural form is given for clibeáil in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does clibeáil have more than one meaning?
Clibeáil also has its own entry as a verb meaning to tag.
Why does clibeáil change to chlibeáil or gclibeáil?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) clibeáil becomes mo chlibeáil (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gclibeáil (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'clib' and 'clibeáil'?
'Clib' is the tag itself, while 'clibeáil' is the act of tagging, as in 'clibeáil grianghraf' (tagging photos).
