HeyRuaHow to say “full speed” in Irish
- Irish:
- lánluas
- English:
- full speed
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “LAWN-loo-us” /ˈlˠɑːnˌlˠuəsˠ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- lánluais, an lánluais (e.g. ag rith ar luas lánluais, running at full-speed pace)
What does “lánluas” mean?
- full speed
- The greatest speed something can go at, as in going at full speed.Also: top speed, full tilt, maximum speed.
“Lánluas” with the article
Here is lánluas after the article (an t-alt).
an lánluas
the full speed
No change after an
“Lánluas” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using lánluas, the Irish word for full speed.
Bhí an carr ag dul faoi lánluas.
The car was going at full speed.
Rith sé abhaile faoi lánluas.
He ran home at full speed.
Chuaigh an traein thart faoi lánluas.
The train went past at full speed.
Lánluas ar aghaidh!
Full speed ahead!
Ní féidir leis an mbád lánluas a bhaint amach inniu.
The boat can't reach full speed today.
Tháinig na gardaí faoi lánluas chuig an teach.
The guards came to the house at full speed.
Ná tiomáin faoi lánluas ar an mbóthar cúng sin.
Don't drive at full speed on that narrow road.
Other nouns in Irish
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Full speed in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for full speed?
The Irish for full speed is lánluas (pronounced “LAWN-loo-us”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce lánluas in Irish?
Lánluas is said like “LAWN-loo-us” (IPA /ˈlˠɑːnˌlˠuəsˠ/).
Does lánluas have a plural?
No plural form is given for lánluas in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
How do I say 'at full speed' in Irish?
The usual phrase is 'faoi lánluas', for example 'Bhí sé ag tiomáint faoi lánluas'. You may also hear 'ar lánluas'.
