HeyRuaHow to say “Latin” in Irish
- Irish:
- Laidin
- English:
- Latin
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “LAD-in” /ˈl̪ˠadʲənʲ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- Laidine, na Laidine (e.g. múinteoir Laidine, Latin teacher)
What does “Laidin” mean?
- Latin
- The language of the ancient Romans, later used by the Church and scholars.Also: Latin language, classical Latin.
“Laidin” with the article
Here is Laidin after the article (an t-alt).
an Laidin
the Latin
No change after an
“Laidin” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using Laidin, the Irish word for Latin.
Bhí Laidin againn ar scoil fadó.
We had Latin at school long ago.
Tá an Laidin deacair ach suimiúil.
Latin is difficult but interesting.
Is focal Laidine é sin.
That is a Latin word.
Bhí an t-aifreann as Laidin tráth.
The Mass was once in Latin.
Tá leabhar Laidine ar an mbord.
There is a Latin book on the table.
D'fhoghlaim sí Laidin san ollscoil.
She learned Latin at university.
Tagann go leor focal Béarla ón Laidin.
Many English words come from Latin.
Other nouns in Irish
More everyday Irish nouns to learn next.
Latin in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for Latin?
The Irish for Latin is Laidin (pronounced “LAD-in”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce Laidin in Irish?
Laidin is said like “LAD-in” (IPA /ˈl̪ˠadʲənʲ/).
Does Laidin have a plural?
No. Laidin is a name, so it is used in the singular only.
How do I say 'a Latin word'?
Use the genitive: focal Laidine. The adjective Laidineach is also used, as in téarma Laidineach.
Is the article used with Laidin?
Often, as with other languages: an Laidin, ón Laidin, though bare Laidin is common after verbs like foghlaim.
