HeyRuaHow to say “insight” in Irish
- Irish:
- léargas
- English:
- insight, visibility, enlightenment
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “LAYR-guss” /ˈl̠ʲeːɾˠəɡəsˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- léargais, an léargais (e.g. easpa léargais, lack of insight)
What does “léargas” mean?
“Léargas” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- insight
- A clear understanding of something, or a view that helps you understand it.Also: understanding, perception, overview.
2 other meanings: visibility or enlightenment
- 2visibility
- How far or how clearly things can be seen, for example in weather conditions.Also: sight, range of vision.
- 3enlightenment
- Mental or spiritual illumination; the state of seeing things clearly.Also: illumination, vision.
“Léargas” with the article
Here is léargas after the article (an t-alt).
“Léargas” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using léargas, the Irish word for insight.
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Insight in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for insight?
The Irish for insight is léargas (pronounced “LAYR-guss”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean visibility or enlightenment.
How do you pronounce léargas in Irish?
Léargas is said like “LAYR-guss” (IPA /ˈl̠ʲeːɾˠəɡəsˠ/).
Does léargas have a plural?
No plural form is given for léargas in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does léargas have more than one meaning?
Yes. Léargas can mean insight, visibility or enlightenment, depending on context; the first is the most common.
How do I say someone gave me insight into something?
Use 'léargas' with 'ar': 'Thug sé léargas dom ar an obair', he gave me insight into the work.
Is 'léargas' the same as 'radharc'?
'Radharc' is a view or sight in the physical sense, while 'léargas' usually means insight or understanding, though it can also mean visibility.
