HeyRuaHow to say “lattice” in Irish
- Irish:
- laitís
- English:
- lattice
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “LA-teesh” /ˈlˠatʲiːʃ/
Various forms
- Plural:
- laitísí (lattices)
- Genitive singular:
- laitíse, na laitíse (e.g. adhmad na laitíse, the wood of the lattice)
- Genitive plural:
- laitísí, na laitísí (e.g. cruth na laitísí, the shape of the lattices)
What does “laitís” mean?
“Laitís” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- lattice
- A framework of crossed strips of wood or metal with spaces between them, as on a window or fence.Also: trellis, latticework, grille.
1 other meaning:
- 2lattice
- A regular repeated arrangement of points or particles, as in a crystal or in mathematics.Also: crystal lattice, grid.
“Laitís” with the article
The plural of lattice in Irish is laitísí. Here is laitís after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
an laitís
the lattice
No change after an
na laitísí
the lattices
Plural: no change after na
“Laitís” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using laitís, the Irish word for lattice.
Tá laitís adhmaid ar an bhfuinneog.
There is a wooden lattice on the window.
Fásann an t-eidhneán suas an laitís.
The ivy grows up the lattice.
Phéinteáil sé an laitís bhán.
He painted the lattice white.
Bhí poill bheaga idir barraí na laitíse.
There were small holes between the bars of the lattice.
Rinne siad laitísí nua don ghairdín.
They made new lattices for the garden.
Bhí rósanna ag fás i mo laitís.
Roses were growing on my lattice.
Socraítear na hadaimh i laitís rialta.
The atoms are arranged in a regular lattice.
Other nouns in Irish
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Lattice in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for lattice?
The Irish for lattice is laitís (pronounced “LA-teesh”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is laitísí.
How do you pronounce laitís in Irish?
Laitís is said like “LA-teesh” (IPA /ˈlˠatʲiːʃ/).
What is the plural of lattice in Irish?
The plural of laitís is laitísí; with the article, na laitísí means “the lattices”. The genitive plural is laitísí, as in cruth na laitísí (the shape of the lattices).
Is 'laitís' the same as 'eangach'?
Not quite: 'laitís' is a lattice or trellis framework, while 'eangach' usually means a net or a grid.
