HeyRuaHow to say “bending” in Irish
- Irish:
- lúbadh
- English:
- bending, wriggling
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- lúb, to bend (ag lúbadh, bending)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “LOO-buh” /ˈl̪ˠuːbˠə/
- Genitive singular:
- lúbtha, an lúbtha (e.g. neart lúbtha, bending strength)
What does “lúbadh” mean?
“Lúbadh” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- bending
- The act of bending, looping or twisting something; it is the verbal noun of the verb lúb.Also: looping, twisting, curving, flexing.
1 other meaning: wriggling
- 2wriggling
- The act of wriggling, writhing or squirming, as a worm or a person in pain does.Also: writhing, squirming.
Other Irish words for bending: cromadh (bending)
“Lúbadh” as a verbal noun
After ag, lúbadh means bending: it is the verbal noun of the verb lúb (to bend). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Lúbadh” with the article
Here is lúbadh after the article (an t-alt).
“Lúbadh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using lúbadh, the Irish word for bending.
Other nouns in Irish
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Bending in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for bending?
The Irish for bending is lúbadh (pronounced “LOO-buh”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean wriggling.
How do you pronounce lúbadh in Irish?
Lúbadh is said like “LOO-buh” (IPA /ˈl̪ˠuːbˠə/).
Does lúbadh have a plural?
No plural form is given for lúbadh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does lúbadh have more than one meaning?
Yes. Lúbadh can mean bending or wriggling, depending on context; the first is the most common.
How is lúbadh related to lúb?
Lúb is the noun for a loop or bend, and also the verb 'bend'; lúbadh is the verbal noun, as in ag lúbadh, 'bending'.
