HeyRuaHow to say “elm” in Irish
- Irish:
- leamhán
- English:
- elm, moth
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “LYOW-awn” /ˈlʲaʊaːnˠ/
- Plural:
- leamháin (elms)
- Genitive singular:
- leamháin, an leamháin (e.g. duilleoga an leamháin, the leaves of the elm)
- Genitive plural:
- leamhán, na leamhán (e.g. sraith leamhán, a row of elms)
What does “leamhán” mean?
“Leamhán” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- elm
- A tall deciduous tree with rough, saw-edged leaves, or the tree itself as a species.Also: elm tree, wych elm.
1 other meaning: moth
- 2moth
- A night-flying insect related to the butterfly, often drawn to light.Also: clothes moth.
“Leamhán” with the article
The plural of elm in Irish is leamháin. Here is leamhán after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Leamhán” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using leamhán, the Irish word for elm.
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Elm in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for elm?
The Irish for elm is leamhán (pronounced “LYOW-awn”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is leamháin. Depending on context it can also mean moth.
How do you pronounce leamhán in Irish?
Leamhán is said like “LYOW-awn” (IPA /ˈlʲaʊaːnˠ/).
What is the plural of elm in Irish?
The plural of leamhán is leamháin; with the article, na leamháin means “the elms”. The genitive plural is leamhán, as in sraith leamhán (a row of elms).
Does leamhán have more than one meaning?
Yes. Leamhán can mean elm or moth, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Does 'leamhán' mean elm or moth?
It can mean both. Context usually makes it clear: 'crann leamháin' is an elm tree, while a 'leamhán' in your wardrobe is a moth.
