HeyRuaHow to say “flatfish” in Irish
- Irish:
- leathóg
- English:
- flatfish, flat, flaccid thing
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “LA-hohg” /ˈl̠ʲahoːɡ/
- Plural:
- leathóga (flatfishes)
- Genitive singular:
- leathóige, na leathóige (e.g. blas na leathóige, the taste of the flatfish)
- Genitive plural:
- leathóg, na leathóg (e.g. praghas na leathóg, the price of the flatfish)
What does “leathóg” mean?
“Leathóg” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- flatfish
- A fish with a flat body, such as plaice, sole or flounder.Also: flounder, sole, plaice, dab, butt.
1 other meaning: flat, flaccid thing
- 2flat, flaccid thing
- Anything flat and limp, or figuratively a famished-looking, weak creature.Also: flat thing, flaccid thing, famished-looking creature.
“Leathóg” with the article
The plural of flatfish in Irish is leathóga. Here is leathóg after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Leathóg” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using leathóg, the Irish word for flatfish.
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Flatfish in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for flatfish?
The Irish for flatfish is leathóg (pronounced “LA-hohg”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is leathóga. Depending on context it can also mean flat, flaccid thing.
How do you pronounce leathóg in Irish?
Leathóg is said like “LA-hohg” (IPA /ˈl̠ʲahoːɡ/).
What is the plural of flatfish in Irish?
The plural of leathóg is leathóga; with the article, na leathóga means “the flatfishes”. The genitive plural is leathóg, as in praghas na leathóg (the price of the flatfish).
Does leathóg have more than one meaning?
Yes. Leathóg can mean flatfish or flat, flaccid thing, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Is 'leathóg' the same as 'sól'?
No. 'Leathóg' is the general word for any flatfish, while 'sól' means sole specifically, though 'leathóg bhán' or 'leathóg dhubh' can also name soles.
How do I say plaice?
Plaice is 'leathóg bhallach', literally 'spotted flatfish'.
