HeyRuaHow to say “interpretation” in Irish
- Irish:
- léirmhíniú
- English:
- interpretation
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- léirmhínigh, to interpret (ag léirmhíniú, interpreting)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “LAYR-vee-noo” /ˈl̠ʲeːɾʲˌvʲiːn̠ʲuː/
- Genitive singular:
- léirmhínithe, an léirmhínithe (e.g. bailíocht an léirmhínithe, the validity of the interpretation)
What does “léirmhíniú” mean?
- interpretation
- A clear explanation or interpretation of the meaning of something, such as a text, law or work of art; the verbal noun of léirmhínigh.Also: exposition, explanation, commentary, interpreting.
“Léirmhíniú” as a verbal noun
After ag, léirmhíniú means interpreting: it is the verbal noun of the verb léirmhínigh (to interpret). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Léirmhíniú” with the article
Here is léirmhíniú after the article (an t-alt).
“Léirmhíniú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using léirmhíniú, the Irish word for interpretation.
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Interpretation in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for interpretation?
The Irish for interpretation is léirmhíniú (pronounced “LAYR-vee-noo”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce léirmhíniú in Irish?
Léirmhíniú is said like “LAYR-vee-noo” (IPA /ˈl̠ʲeːɾʲˌvʲiːn̠ʲuː/).
Does léirmhíniú have a plural?
No plural form is given for léirmhíniú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
What is the difference between 'léirmhíniú' and 'míniú'?
'Míniú' is a general explanation, while 'léirmhíniú' suggests a fuller interpretation or exposition, often of a text, law or artwork.
Which preposition follows 'léirmhíniú'?
Use 'ar': léirmhíniú ar an dán, an interpretation of the poem.
