HeyRuaHow to say “athletic feat” in Irish
- Irish:
- lúthchleas
- English:
- athletic feat, athletics
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “LOO-khlass” /ˈl̪ˠuːxˌl̠ʲasˠ/
- Plural:
- lúthchleasa (athletic feats)
- Genitive singular:
- lúthchlis, an lúthchlis (e.g. déanamh an lúthchlis, the performing of the athletic feat)
- Genitive plural:
- lúthchleas, na lúthchleas (e.g. cumann lúthchleas, athletics club)
What does “lúthchleas” mean?
“Lúthchleas” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- athletic feat
- A feat of strength, speed or agility, especially in sport.Also: feat of agility, athletic exercise.
1 other meaning: athletics
- 2athletics
- In the plural, lúthchleasa means athletics, the sport of running, jumping and throwing.Also: track and field, athletic sports.
“Lúthchleas” with the article
The plural of athletic feat in Irish is lúthchleasa. Here is lúthchleas after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Lúthchleas” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using lúthchleas, the Irish word for athletic feat.
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Athletic feat in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for athletic feat?
The Irish for athletic feat is lúthchleas (pronounced “LOO-khlass”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is lúthchleasa. Depending on context it can also mean athletics.
How do you pronounce lúthchleas in Irish?
Lúthchleas is said like “LOO-khlass” (IPA /ˈl̪ˠuːxˌl̠ʲasˠ/).
What is the plural of athletic feat in Irish?
The plural of lúthchleas is lúthchleasa; with the article, na lúthchleasa means “the athletic feats”. The genitive plural is lúthchleas, as in cumann lúthchleas (athletics club).
Does lúthchleas have more than one meaning?
Yes. Lúthchleas can mean athletic feat or athletics, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why is it Cumann Lúthchleas Gael and not lúthchleasa?
Lúthchleas there is the genitive plural (weak plural, same as the nominative singular): 'the association of the athletic sports of the Gaels'.
What is the word for an athlete?
An athlete is lúthchleasaí, formed from lúthchleas.
