HeyRuaHow to say “lazy” in Irish
- Irish:
- leisciúil
- English:
- lazy, reluctant, shy
- Word type:
- adjective
- Lazier:
- níos leisciúla
- Laziest:
- is leisciúla
- Plural:
- leisciúla
- Pronunciation:
- “LESH-kyoo-il” /ˈlʲɛʃcuːlʲ/
What does “leisciúil” mean?
“Leisciúil” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- lazy
- Not willing to work or make an effort.Also: idle, slothful, indolent.
2 other meanings: reluctant or shy
- 2reluctant
- Unwilling or hesitant to do something.Also: loath, unwilling, hesitant.
- 3shy
- Bashful or diffident about doing something in front of others.Also: bashful, diffident.
“Leisciúil” after a noun
An Irish adjective comes after its noun. Here is leisciúil after buachaill (boy, masculine), after girseach (girl, feminine) and after a plural.
séimhiú (the h) the ending
With a plural noun the adjective takes its plural form, leisciúla.
Lazier, laziest, very lazy
Tá mo dheartháir níos leisciúla ná mise. My brother is lazier than me.
| lazier | níos leisciúla | in the past tense: ní ba leisciúla |
|---|---|---|
| laziest | is leisciúla | in the past tense: ba leisciúla |
| as lazy as | chomh leisciúil le | no change after chomh |
| very lazy | an-leisciúil | an- lenites, except d, t and s |
| too lazy | róleisciúil | ró- lenites |
“Leisciúil” in a sentence: Irish examples
With a masculine noun, a feminine noun, a plural, a comparison and on its own.
Other adjectives in Irish
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Lazy in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for lazy?
The Irish for lazy is leisciúil (pronounced “LESH-kyoo-il”). It comes after the noun: buachaill leisciúil, a lazy boy; girseach leisciúil, a lazy girl.
How do you say lazier and laziest in Irish?
níos leisciúla is lazier and is leisciúla is laziest. In the past tense they become ní ba leisciúla and ba leisciúla.
What is the plural of leisciúil?
With a plural noun leisciúil becomes leisciúla: buachaillí leisciúla, girseacha leisciúla.
How do you say very lazy in Irish?
an-leisciúil. Too lazy is róleisciúil, and as lazy as is chomh leisciúil le.
Does leisciúil have more than one meaning?
Yes. Leisciúil can mean lazy, reluctant or shy, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between 'leisciúil' and 'falsa'?
Both mean lazy; 'leisciúil' is the most common general word, while 'falsa' is also widely used, especially in Connacht and Ulster.
How do I say 'reluctant to do something' with 'leisciúil'?
Use 'leisciúil' with 'chun' or a verbal noun, as in 'Bhí sé leisciúil labhairt', meaning he was reluctant to speak.
