HeyRuaHow to say “lever” in Irish
- Irish:
- luamhán
- English:
- lever, control lever
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “LOO-uh-vawn” /ˈl̪ˠuəwaːn̪ˠ/
- Plural:
- luamháin (levers)
- Genitive singular:
- luamháin, an luamháin (e.g. fad an luamháin, length of the lever)
- Genitive plural:
- luamhán, na luamhán (e.g. lámha na luamhán, the handles of the levers)
What does “luamhán” mean?
“Luamhán” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- lever
- A rigid bar that turns on a fixed point and is used to lift or move a heavy load.Also: crowbar, pry bar, handle.
1 other meaning: control lever
- 2control lever
- A handle or stick used to operate a machine or vehicle, such as a gear lever.Also: gear lever, joystick, switch lever.
“Luamhán” with the article
The plural of lever in Irish is luamháin. Here is luamhán after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Luamhán” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using luamhán, the Irish word for lever.
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Lever in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for lever?
The Irish for lever is luamhán (pronounced “LOO-uh-vawn”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is luamháin. Depending on context it can also mean control lever.
How do you pronounce luamhán in Irish?
Luamhán is said like “LOO-uh-vawn” (IPA /ˈl̪ˠuəwaːn̪ˠ/).
What is the plural of lever in Irish?
The plural of luamhán is luamháin; with the article, na luamháin means “the levers”. The genitive plural is luamhán, as in lámha na luamhán (the handles of the levers).
Does luamhán have more than one meaning?
Yes. Luamhán can mean lever or control lever, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Can 'luamhán' be used figuratively, as in 'a lever of power'?
Yes, it can be used figuratively for a means of influence, though in everyday Irish it usually means a physical lever.
