HeyRuaHow to say “trade” in Irish
- Irish:
- ceird
- English:
- trade, occupation
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “kyairj” /ceːɾʲdʲ/
- Genitive singular:
- ceirde, na ceirde (e.g. fear ceirde, tradesman)
What does “ceird” mean?
“Ceird” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- trade
- A skilled manual occupation or craft that a person learns and practises for a living.Also: craft, handicraft, skill.
“Ceird” with the article
Here is ceird after the article (an t-alt).
“Ceird” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using ceird, the Irish word for trade.
Other nouns in Irish
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Trade in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for trade?
The Irish for trade is ceird (pronounced “kyairj”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean occupation.
How do you pronounce ceird in Irish?
Ceird is said like “kyairj” (IPA /ceːɾʲdʲ/).
Does ceird have a plural?
No plural form is given for ceird in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does ceird have more than one meaning?
Yes. Ceird can mean trade or occupation, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does ceird change to cheird or gceird?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) ceird becomes mo cheird (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gceird (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'ceird' and 'gairm'?
'Ceird' is a skilled trade or craft, often manual, while 'gairm' is a profession or vocation, such as 'gairm an dlí' (the legal profession).
