HeyRuaHow to say “leprechaun” in Irish
- Irish:
- lucharachán
- English:
- leprechaun, dwarf, small puny creature
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “LUKH-uh-ruh-khawn” /ˈl̪ˠʊxəɾˠəxɑːnˠ/
- Plural:
- lucharacháin (leprechauns)
- Genitive singular:
- lucharacháin, an lucharacháin (e.g. pota óir an lucharacháin, the leprechaun's pot of gold)
- Genitive plural:
- lucharachán, na lucharachán (e.g. scéalta na lucharachán, the leprechauns' stories)
What does “lucharachán” mean?
“Lucharachán” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- leprechaun
- A small mischievous fairy of Irish folklore, often said to guard a crock of gold.Also: elf, fairy.
2 other meanings: dwarf or small puny creature
- 2dwarf
- A very small person or creature, a pygmy.Also: pygmy, midget.
- 3small puny creature
- A small, weak or undersized creature, such as a young child or a nestling.Also: small creature, puny creature, runt, toddler.
Other Irish words for leprechaun: leipreachán (leprechaun)
“Lucharachán” with the article
The plural of leprechaun in Irish is lucharacháin. Here is lucharachán after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Lucharachán” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using lucharachán, the Irish word for leprechaun.
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Leprechaun in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for leprechaun?
The Irish for leprechaun is lucharachán (pronounced “LUKH-uh-ruh-khawn”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is lucharacháin. Depending on context it can also mean dwarf or small puny creature.
How do you pronounce lucharachán in Irish?
Lucharachán is said like “LUKH-uh-ruh-khawn” (IPA /ˈl̪ˠʊxəɾˠəxɑːnˠ/).
What is the plural of leprechaun in Irish?
The plural of lucharachán is lucharacháin; with the article, na lucharacháin means “the leprechauns”. The genitive plural is lucharachán, as in scéalta na lucharachán (the leprechauns' stories).
Does lucharachán have more than one meaning?
Yes. Lucharachán can mean leprechaun, dwarf or small puny creature, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Is 'lucharachán' the same as 'leipreachán'?
Yes, both mean leprechaun; leipreachán is the form closer to English, and lucharachán is also standard. Clutharachán is a related variant.
