HeyRuaHow to say “cheek” in Irish
- Irish:
- leaca
- English:
- cheek, hillside
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, fifth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “LAK-uh” /ˈlʲakə/
- Plural:
- leicne (cheeks)
- Genitive singular:
- leacan, na leacan (e.g. luisne na leacan, the glow of the cheek)
- Genitive plural:
- leacan, na leacan (e.g. luisne na leacan, the glow of the cheeks)
What does “leaca” mean?
“Leaca” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- cheek
- The soft side of the face below the eye.Also: side of the face, jowl.
“Leaca” with the article
The plural of cheek in Irish is leicne. Here is leaca after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Leaca” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using leaca, the Irish word for cheek.
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Cheek in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for cheek?
The Irish for cheek is leaca (pronounced “LAK-uh”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is leicne. Depending on context it can also mean hillside.
How do you pronounce leaca in Irish?
Leaca is said like “LAK-uh” (IPA /ˈlʲakə/).
What is the plural of cheek in Irish?
The plural of leaca is leicne; with the article, na leicne means “the cheeks”. The genitive plural is leacan, as in luisne na leacan (the glow of the cheeks).
Does leaca have more than one meaning?
Yes. Leaca can mean cheek or hillside, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between leaca and leiceann?
Both mean 'cheek'; leaca is the standard headword and leiceann is a variant common in speech, with plural leicne in both cases.
