HeyRuaHow to say “filling” in Irish
- Irish:
- líonadh
- English:
- filling, flowing tide
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- líon, to fill (ag líonadh, filling)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “LEE-nuh” /ˈlʲiːnə/
- Genitive singular:
- líonta, an líonta (e.g. le linn líonta na taoide, while the tide is coming in)
What does “líonadh” mean?
“Líonadh” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- filling
- The act of filling something, the verbal noun of the verb líon (fill).Also: fill, filling up, refilling.
1 other meaning: flowing tide
- 2flowing tide
- The rising or incoming of the tide, when the sea fills in towards the shore.Also: flood tide, incoming tide, rising tide, flow.
“Líonadh” as a verbal noun
After ag, líonadh means filling: it is the verbal noun of the verb líon (to fill). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Líonadh” with the article
Here is líonadh after the article (an t-alt).
“Líonadh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using líonadh, the Irish word for filling.
Other nouns in Irish
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Filling in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for filling?
The Irish for filling is líonadh (pronounced “LEE-nuh”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean flowing tide.
How do you pronounce líonadh in Irish?
Líonadh is said like “LEE-nuh” (IPA /ˈlʲiːnə/).
Does líonadh have a plural?
No plural form is given for líonadh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does líonadh have more than one meaning?
Yes. Líonadh can mean filling or flowing tide, depending on context; the first is the most common.
How do I say 'the tide is coming in' in Irish?
Say 'Tá an taoide ag líonadh', and for the tide going out say 'Tá an taoide ag trá'.
How do I say 'fill in a form'?
Use líon: 'foirm a líonadh', for example 'Tá mé ag líonadh foirme'.
