HeyRuaHow to say “area” in Irish
- Irish:
- limistéar
- English:
- area, district, sphere
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “LIM-ish-tchair” /ˈl̠ʲɪmʲɪʃtʲeːɾˠ/
- Plural:
- limistéir (areas)
- Genitive singular:
- limistéir, an limistéir (e.g. teorainn an limistéir, the boundary of the area)
- Genitive plural:
- limistéar, na limistéar (e.g. teorainneacha na limistéar, the boundaries of the areas)
What does “limistéar” mean?
“Limistéar” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- area
- A defined stretch of land or space, such as a region, zone or tract.Also: tract, territory, zone, region.
2 other meanings: district or sphere
- 2district
- An administrative or designated district or precinct.Also: precinct, zone.
- 3sphere
- A field or sphere of activity or responsibility.Also: field, scope.
Other Irish words for area: ceantar (area), líomatáiste (area)
“Limistéar” with the article
The plural of area in Irish is limistéir. Here is limistéar after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Limistéar” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using limistéar, the Irish word for area.
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Area in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for area?
The Irish for area is limistéar (pronounced “LIM-ish-tchair”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is limistéir. Depending on context it can also mean district or sphere.
How do you pronounce limistéar in Irish?
Limistéar is said like “LIM-ish-tchair” (IPA /ˈl̠ʲɪmʲɪʃtʲeːɾˠ/).
What is the plural of area in Irish?
The plural of limistéar is limistéir; with the article, na limistéir means “the areas”. The genitive plural is limistéar, as in teorainneacha na limistéar (the boundaries of the areas).
Does limistéar have more than one meaning?
Yes. Limistéar can mean area, district or sphere, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between limistéar and ceantar?
Ceantar is the everyday word for a district or locality, while limistéar is more formal and often means a defined or designated area, as in limistéar coisithe.
