HeyRuaHow to say “full complement” in Irish
- Irish:
- lánlíon
- English:
- full complement
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “LAWN-leen” /ˈl̪ˠɑːnˌlʲiən̪ˠ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- lánlín, an lánlín (e.g. easpa an lánlín, shortfall in the full complement)
What does “lánlíon” mean?
- full complement
- The complete number of people or things that something should have, such as a full crew, staff or membership.Also: full number, full quota, full membership, full strength.
“Lánlíon” with the article
Here is lánlíon after the article (an t-alt).
an lánlíon
the full complement
No change after an
“Lánlíon” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using lánlíon, the Irish word for full complement.
Tá lánlíon foirne againn anois.
We have a full staff now.
Níl an lánlíon ball i láthair inniu.
Not all the members are present today.
Bhí lánlíon na scoile sa halla.
The whole school was in the hall.
Tá lánlíon daltaí sa rang seo.
This class is full.
Ní raibh lánlíon criú ar an mbád.
The boat did not have a full crew.
Shroich an cúrsa a lánlíon go luath.
The course filled up early.
Táimid fós gann ar an lánlíon.
We are still short of the full number.
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Full complement in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for full complement?
The Irish for full complement is lánlíon (pronounced “LAWN-leen”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce lánlíon in Irish?
Lánlíon is said like “LAWN-leen” (IPA /ˈl̪ˠɑːnˌlʲiən̪ˠ/).
Does lánlíon have a plural?
No plural form is given for lánlíon in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
How is lánlíon different from líon?
Líon means number or amount in general, while lánlíon means the full or complete number, as in lánlíon foirne, a full staff.
