HeyRuaHow to say “fullness” in Irish
- Irish:
- láine
- English:
- fullness, fullness of tone
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “LAW-nyeh” /ˈlˠaːnʲə/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- láine, na láine (e.g. mothú láine, a feeling of fullness)
What does “láine” mean?
“Láine” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- fullness
- The state of being full or complete.Also: completeness, entirety, plenitude.
1 other meaning: fullness of tone
- 2fullness of tone
- Richness or roundness, especially of a voice or sound.Also: richness, roundness.
“Láine” with the article
Here is láine after the article (an t-alt).
an láine
the fullness
No change after an
“Láine” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using láine, the Irish word for fullness.
Bhí láine na gealaí le feiceáil aréir.
The full moon could be seen last night.
Tá láine iontach ina guth.
Her voice has a wonderful fullness.
Mhothaigh mé láine i mo bholg tar éis an dinnéir.
I felt a fullness in my stomach after dinner.
Is maith liom láine an fhuaime sin.
I like the fullness of that sound.
Thaitin láine an tsaoil leis.
He enjoyed life to the full.
Labhair sé faoi láine an scéil.
He spoke about the whole of the story.
Níl an láine chéanna sa cheol anois.
The music doesn't have the same fullness now.
Other nouns in Irish
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Fullness in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for fullness?
The Irish for fullness is láine (pronounced “LAW-nyeh”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean fullness of tone.
How do you pronounce láine in Irish?
Láine is said like “LAW-nyeh” (IPA /ˈlˠaːnʲə/).
Does láine have a plural?
No plural form is given for láine in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does láine have more than one meaning?
Yes. Láine can mean fullness or fullness of tone, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between 'láine' and 'iomláine'?
'Láine' means fullness, while 'iomláine' stresses completeness or entirety, as in 'iomláine an scéil', the whole story.
