HeyRuaHow to say “lamb” in Irish
- Irish:
- uan
- English:
- lamb, lamb (gentle person)
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “oo-un” /uən̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- uain, an uain (e.g. olann an uain, the lamb's wool)
What does “uan” mean?
“Uan” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- lamb
- A young sheep, usually less than a year old.Also: young sheep, baby sheep.
1 other meaning: lamb (gentle person)
- 2lamb (gentle person)
- Used figuratively for a meek, gentle or innocent person, and in religion for Christ as the Lamb of God.Also: lamb, meek person, lamb of god.
Other Irish words for lamb: uaineoil (lamb)
“Uan” with the article
Here is uan after the article (an t-alt).
“Uan” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using uan, the Irish word for lamb.
Other nouns in Irish
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Lamb in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for lamb?
The Irish for lamb is uan (pronounced “oo-un”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean lamb (gentle person).
How do you pronounce uan in Irish?
Uan is said like “oo-un” (IPA /uən̪ˠ/).
Does uan have a plural?
No plural form is given for uan in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does uan have more than one meaning?
Yes. Uan can mean lamb or lamb (gentle person), depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does uan sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-uan (the lamb), a huan (her lamb), a n-uan (their lamb).
What is the Irish for lamb as meat?
Lamb meat is 'uaineoil', while 'caoireoil' is mutton; 'uan' is the animal itself.
How do you say 'as gentle as a lamb'?
You can say 'chomh ciúin le huan' or 'chomh séimh le huan'.
