HeyRuaHow to say “following” in Irish
- Irish:
- leanúint
- English:
- following, continuation, adherence
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- lean, to follow (ag leanúint, following)
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “LAN-oo-int” /ˈlʲanˠuːnʲtʲ/
- Genitive singular:
- leanúna, na leanúna (e.g. cúrsa leanúna, follow-up course)
What does “leanúint” mean?
“Leanúint” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- following
- The act of following someone or something; the verbal noun of the verb 'lean' (follow).Also: pursuit, follow.
2 other meanings: continuation or adherence
- 2continuation
- The act of continuing or keeping on with something, as in 'ar leanúint' (continued).Also: continuing, sequel, persistence.
- 3adherence
- Sticking to or abiding by something such as a rule, custom or belief.Also: observance, abiding.
“Leanúint” as a verbal noun
After ag, leanúint means following: it is the verbal noun of the verb lean (to follow). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Leanúint” with the article
Here is leanúint after the article (an t-alt).
“Leanúint” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using leanúint, the Irish word for following.
Other nouns in Irish
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Following in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for following?
The Irish for following is leanúint (pronounced “LAN-oo-int”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean continuation or adherence.
How do you pronounce leanúint in Irish?
Leanúint is said like “LAN-oo-int” (IPA /ˈlʲanˠuːnʲtʲ/).
Does leanúint have a plural?
No plural form is given for leanúint in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does leanúint have more than one meaning?
Yes. Leanúint can mean following, continuation or adherence, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What does 'ar leanúint' mean?
'Ar leanúint' means 'continued' or 'to be continued', used at the end of a serialised story or for an ongoing situation.
Which preposition goes with 'leanúint' for continuing something?
Use 'de': 'leanúint den obair' means to continue with the work, while 'leanúint ar' means to keep on, e.g. 'lean ort'.
