HeyRuaHow to say “letting” in Irish
- Irish:
- ligean
- English:
- letting, play
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- lig, to let (ag ligean, letting)
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “LIG-un” /ˈlʲiɟən̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- ligin, an ligin (e.g. am ligin na bhfear, the time of releasing the men)
What does “ligean” mean?
“Ligean” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- letting
- The verbal noun of 'lig': the act of letting, allowing or releasing something.Also: allowing, release, releasing, letting go.
1 other meaning: play
- 2play
- Room for movement or looseness, as in a rope or a part of a mechanism.Also: slack, give, looseness.
“Ligean” as a verbal noun
After ag, ligean means letting: it is the verbal noun of the verb lig (to let). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Ligean” with the article
Here is ligean after the article (an t-alt).
“Ligean” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using ligean, the Irish word for letting.
Other nouns in Irish
More everyday Irish nouns to learn next.
Letting in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for letting?
The Irish for letting is ligean (pronounced “LIG-un”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean play.
How do you pronounce ligean in Irish?
Ligean is said like “LIG-un” (IPA /ˈlʲiɟən̪ˠ/).
Does ligean have a plural?
No plural form is given for ligean in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does ligean have more than one meaning?
Yes. Ligean can mean letting or play, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What does 'ag ligean air' mean?
'Ag ligean air' means pretending, as in 'Tá sé ag ligean air go bhfuil sé ina chodladh', he is pretending to be asleep.
