HeyRuaHow to say “broadness” in Irish
- Irish:
- leathantas
- English:
- broadness, broadness (of a consonant)
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “LAH-un-tus” /ˈlʲahən̪ˠt̪ˠəsˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- leathantais, an leathantais (e.g. riail an leathantais, the rule of broadness)
What does “leathantas” mean?
“Leathantas” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- broadness
- The quality of being broad or wide; width, breadth.Also: breadth, width, wideness.
1 other meaning: broadness (of a consonant)
- 2broadness (of a consonant)
- In Irish grammar, the quality of a consonant being broad, that is, pronounced with a velarised quality next to a, o, u.Also: broadness, broad quality, velarisation.
“Leathantas” with the article
Here is leathantas after the article (an t-alt).
“Leathantas” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using leathantas, the Irish word for broadness.
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Broadness in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for broadness?
The Irish for broadness is leathantas (pronounced “LAH-un-tus”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean broadness (of a consonant).
How do you pronounce leathantas in Irish?
Leathantas is said like “LAH-un-tus” (IPA /ˈlʲahən̪ˠt̪ˠəsˠ/).
Does leathantas have a plural?
No plural form is given for leathantas in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does leathantas have more than one meaning?
Yes. Leathantas can mean broadness or broadness (of a consonant), depending on context; the first is the most common.
Is leathantas the usual word for physical width?
For everyday measurement, leithead is more usual (leithead an bhóthair); leathantas often means broadness as a quality, including the broadness of consonants in grammar.
