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Phonetic Spelling:
Irish Gaelic: /ˈkʌɡə/ (KOH-guh)
Simple text:
KOH-guh
Meaning:
Cogadh is an Irish Gaelic word meaning “war” or “conflict.” It is used to refer to battles, fights, or struggles in a literal or metaphorical sense.
Examples:
- Bhí cogadh ar siúl sa tír ar feadh blianta fada.
(There was a war in the country for many years.) - An cogadh idir an dá stát chríochnaigh faoi dheireadh.
(The war between the two states finally ended.)
Synonyms:
- Cath (battle)
- Troid (fight)
- Coimhlint (conflict)
Antonyms:
- Síocháin (peace)
- Comhréiteach (compromise)
- Aontas (unity)
Etymology:
Cogadh comes from Old Irish, with its roots in Proto-Celtic katus, meaning “battle” or “war.” It reflects Ireland’s rich history of conflict and storytelling through war and heroism.
Common Mispronunciations:
- Incorrect: KOH-gad, KAW-gah
- Correct: KOH-guh
Tip: The final “dh” is pronounced softly, almost like a subtle “uh” sound.
Usage Tips:
- Cogadh is often used in historical or storytelling contexts.
- It can also be used metaphorically to describe struggles or personal battles.
Word Family:
- Cogadh na Saoirse – The Irish War of Independence
- Cogadh Domhanda – World War
- Cogadh Fuar – Cold War