HeyRuaHow to say “ladle” in Irish
- Irish:
- liach
- English:
- ladle, ladleful, measure
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “lee-ukh” /lʲiəx/
- Plural:
- liacha (ladles)
- Genitive singular:
- léiche, na léiche (e.g. cos na léiche, the handle of the ladle)
- Genitive plural:
- liach, na liach (e.g. crochadh na liach, the hanging of the ladles)
What does “liach” mean?
“Liach” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- ladle
- A large deep spoon with a long handle, used for serving soup or liquid.Also: dipper, scoop.
2 other meanings: ladleful or measure
- 2ladleful
- The amount that a ladle holds.Also: scoop, spoonful.
- 3measure
- An unspecified portion or quantity of something.Also: portion, quantity.
Other Irish words for ladle: ladar (ladle)
“Liach” with the article
The plural of ladle in Irish is liacha. Here is liach after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Liach” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using liach, the Irish word for ladle.
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Ladle in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for ladle?
The Irish for ladle is liach (pronounced “lee-ukh”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is liacha. Depending on context it can also mean ladleful or measure.
How do you pronounce liach in Irish?
Liach is said like “lee-ukh” (IPA /lʲiəx/).
What is the plural of ladle in Irish?
The plural of liach is liacha; with the article, na liacha means “the ladles”. The genitive plural is liach, as in crochadh na liach (the hanging of the ladles).
Does liach have more than one meaning?
Yes. Liach can mean ladle, ladleful or measure, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between 'liach' and 'ladar'?
Both can mean ladle. 'Liach' is the usual word for a soup ladle, while 'ladar' is also used for a ladle or scoop.
