HeyRuaHow to say “library” in Irish
- Irish:
- leabharlann
- English:
- library, library (collection)
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “LYOWR-lun” /ˈlʲəuɾˠl̪ˠən̪ˠ/
- Plural:
- leabharlanna (libraries)
- Genitive singular:
- leabharlainne, na leabharlainne (e.g. doras na leabharlainne, the door of the library)
- Genitive plural:
- leabharlann, na leabharlann (e.g. líon na leabharlann, the number of libraries)
What does “leabharlann” mean?
“Leabharlann” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- library
- A building or room where books and other materials are kept for people to read or borrow.Also: public library, lending library.
1 other meaning: library (collection)
- 2library (collection)
- A collection of books, recordings or files kept by a person or institution.Also: library, book collection, collection.
“Leabharlann” with the article
The plural of library in Irish is leabharlanna. Here is leabharlann after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Leabharlann” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using leabharlann, the Irish word for library.
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Library in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for library?
The Irish for library is leabharlann (pronounced “LYOWR-lun”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is leabharlanna. Depending on context it can also mean library (collection).
How do you pronounce leabharlann in Irish?
Leabharlann is said like “LYOWR-lun” (IPA /ˈlʲəuɾˠl̪ˠən̪ˠ/).
What is the plural of library in Irish?
The plural of leabharlann is leabharlanna; with the article, na leabharlanna means “the libraries”. The genitive plural is leabharlann, as in líon na leabharlann (the number of libraries).
Does leabharlann have more than one meaning?
Yes. Leabharlann can mean library or library (collection), depending on context; the first is the most common.
Is a 'leabharlann' a place to buy books?
No, a 'leabharlann' is a library where you borrow books; a bookshop is 'siopa leabhar'.
Who works in a leabharlann?
A librarian is a 'leabharlannaí'.
