HeyRuaHow to say “ball” in Irish
- Irish:
- liathróid
- English:
- ball, ball, sphere
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “lee-uh-ROHD” /lʲiəˈɾˠoːdʲ/
- Plural:
- liathróidí (balls)
- Genitive singular:
- liathróide, na liathróide (e.g. seilbh na liathróide, possession of the ball)
- Genitive plural:
- liathróidí, na liathróidí (e.g. mála na liathróidí, the ball bag)
What does “liathróid” mean?
“Liathróid” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- ball
- A round object that is thrown, kicked or hit in games and sports.Also: football, sliotar, playing ball.
“Liathróid” with the article
The plural of ball in Irish is liathróidí. Here is liathróid after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Liathróid” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using liathróid, the Irish word for ball.
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Ball in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for ball?
The Irish for ball is liathróid (pronounced “lee-uh-ROHD”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is liathróidí. Depending on context it can also mean ball, sphere.
How do you pronounce liathróid in Irish?
Liathróid is said like “lee-uh-ROHD” (IPA /lʲiəˈɾˠoːdʲ/).
What is the plural of ball in Irish?
The plural of liathróid is liathróidí; with the article, na liathróidí means “the balls”. The genitive plural is liathróidí, as in mála na liathróidí (the ball bag).
Does liathróid have more than one meaning?
Yes. Liathróid can mean ball or ball, sphere, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between liathróid, caid and sliotar?
Liathróid is the general word for any ball. Caid is a traditional word for a football, and sliotar is specifically the ball used in hurling and camogie.
Is 'ball' in Irish the same as the English ball?
No, the Irish word ball means a limb, member or spot, not a ball for games. For a ball you say liathróid.
