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Cogadh, the Irish word for "war," presents a unique pronunciation challenge due to the variations across different Irish dialects. Here's a table outlining the distinct pronunciations in three major dialects:
Dialect | Pronunciation (IPA) |
---|---|
Munster | /ˈkɔɡəɡ/ |
Connacht (Galway) | /ˈkɔɡəvˠ/ |
Ulster | /ˈkʌɡu/ |
As you can see, the "dh" in cogadh is silent in all dialects, and the vowel sound varies.
Here's another table demonstrating the written word alongside its pronunciation in each dialect, accompanied by an approximation in English sounds:
Dialect | Written Word | Pronunciation | English Approximation |
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Munster | cogadh | kuh-guh | "kuh" as in "cut," "guh" as in "gut" |
Connacht (Galway) | cogadh | kuh-guhv | "kuh" as in "cut," "guh" as in "gut," final "v" is subtle |
Ulster | cogadh | kuh-guh | "kuh" as in "cut," "guh" as in "gut" |
Remember, these are just approximations. To achieve truly authentic pronunciation, consider listening to recordings from native speakers of each dialect.
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