HeyRuaHow to say “weaver” in Irish
- Irish:
- fíodóir
- English:
- weaver, weaverbird
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “FEE-doh-ir” /ˈfʲiːd̪ˠoːɾʲ/
- Plural:
- fíodóirí (weavers)
- Genitive singular:
- fíodóra, an fhíodóra (e.g. seol an fhíodóra, the weaver's loom)
- Genitive plural:
- fíodóirí, na bhfíodóirí (e.g. ceardlann na bhfíodóirí, the weavers' workshop)
What does “fíodóir” mean?
“Fíodóir” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- weaver
- A person who weaves cloth on a loom.Also: cloth weaver, handloom weaver.
1 other meaning: weaverbird
- 2weaverbird
- A small bird that weaves elaborate nests from grass.Also: weaver bird.
“Fíodóir” with the article
The plural of weaver in Irish is fíodóirí. Here is fíodóir after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Fíodóir” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using fíodóir, the Irish word for weaver.
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Weaver in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for weaver?
The Irish for weaver is fíodóir (pronounced “FEE-doh-ir”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is fíodóirí. Depending on context it can also mean weaverbird.
How do you pronounce fíodóir in Irish?
Fíodóir is said like “FEE-doh-ir” (IPA /ˈfʲiːd̪ˠoːɾʲ/).
What is the plural of weaver in Irish?
The plural of fíodóir is fíodóirí; with the article, na fíodóirí means “the weavers”. The genitive plural is fíodóirí, as in ceardlann na bhfíodóirí (the weavers' workshop).
Does fíodóir have more than one meaning?
Yes. Fíodóir can mean weaver or weaverbird, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does fíodóir change to fhíodóir or bhfíodóir?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) fíodóir becomes m'fhíodóir (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhfíodóir (eclipsis).
What is the word for the craft of weaving?
The craft is fíodóireacht, as in 'Rinne sé fíodóireacht ar feadh a shaoil', he did weaving all his life. The verb is figh, to weave.
