HeyRuaHow to say “learning” in Irish
- Irish:
- léann
- English:
- learning, study
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “layn” /lʲeːn̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- léinn, an léinn (e.g. mac léinn, student)
What does “léann” mean?
“Léann” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- learning
- Knowledge gained through study, especially scholarly or academic knowledge.Also: scholarship, erudition, knowledge.
1 other meaning: study
- 2study
- The study of a particular subject or field, as in a branch of learning.Also: studies, education, lore.
Other Irish words for learning: foghlaim (learning)
“Léann” with the article
Here is léann after the article (an t-alt).
“Léann” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using léann, the Irish word for learning.
Other nouns in Irish
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Phrases with “léann”
Learning in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for learning?
The Irish for learning is léann (pronounced “layn”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean study.
How do you pronounce léann in Irish?
Léann is said like “layn” (IPA /lʲeːn̪ˠ/).
Does léann have a plural?
No plural form is given for léann in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does léann have more than one meaning?
Yes. Léann can mean learning or study, depending on context; the first is the most common.
How do you say 'student' in Irish?
A student is 'mac léinn', literally 'son of learning'; the plural is 'mic léinn' and the genitive plural 'mac léinn'.
What is the difference between 'léann' and 'oideachas'?
'Léann' is learning or scholarship, knowledge itself, while 'oideachas' is education as a system or process.
