HeyRuaHow to say “device” in Irish
- Irish:
- inleog
- English:
- device, trap
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “IN-lyohg” /ˈɪnʲlʲoːɡ/
- Plural:
- inleoga (devices)
- Genitive singular:
- inleoige, na hinleoige (e.g. dearadh na hinleoige, the design of the device)
- Genitive plural:
- inleog, na n-inleog (e.g. díoltóir na n-inleog, the seller of the devices)
What does “inleog” mean?
“Inleog” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- device
- A mechanical contrivance or gadget made for a particular purpose.Also: gadget, contrivance, appliance, mechanism.
“Inleog” with the article
The plural of device in Irish is inleoga. Here is inleog after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Inleog” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using inleog, the Irish word for device.
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Device in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for device?
The Irish for device is inleog (pronounced “IN-lyohg”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is inleoga. Depending on context it can also mean trap.
How do you pronounce inleog in Irish?
Inleog is said like “IN-lyohg” (IPA /ˈɪnʲlʲoːɡ/).
What is the plural of device in Irish?
The plural of inleog is inleoga; with the article, na hinleoga means “the devices”. The genitive plural is inleog, as in díoltóir na n-inleog (the seller of the devices).
Does inleog have more than one meaning?
Yes. Inleog can mean device or trap, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does inleog sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an inleog (the device), a hinleog (her device), a n-inleog (their device), na hinleoga (the devices).
What is the difference between 'inleog' and 'gléas'?
'Gléas' is the general word for an apparatus or device, while 'inleog' suggests an ingenious contrivance or gadget, and is used in terms like 'inleog phléascach' (explosive device).
