HeyRuaHow to say “line” in Irish
- Irish:
- líne
- English:
- line, lineage
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “LEE-nyuh” /ˈlʲiːnʲə/
- Plural:
- línte (lines)
- Genitive singular:
- líne, na líne (e.g. fad na líne, the length of the line)
- Genitive plural:
- línte, na línte (e.g. ag tarraingt línte, drawing lines)
What does “líne” mean?
“Líne” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- line
- A long thin mark, or a row of words, people or things.Also: row, stroke, queue.
2 other meanings: lineage
- 2line
- A route, connection or cable, such as a railway line, telephone line or fishing line.Also: route, cable, telephone line, fishing line.
- 3lineage
- A family line or series of generations descended from the same ancestor.Also: line of descent, family, generation, race.
“Líne” with the article
The plural of line in Irish is línte. Here is líne after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Líne” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using líne, the Irish word for line.
Other nouns in Irish
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Line in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for line?
The Irish for line is líne (pronounced “LEE-nyuh”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is línte. Depending on context it can also mean lineage.
How do you pronounce líne in Irish?
Líne is said like “LEE-nyuh” (IPA /ˈlʲiːnʲə/).
What is the plural of line in Irish?
The plural of líne is línte; with the article, na línte means “the lines”. The genitive plural is línte, as in ag tarraingt línte (drawing lines).
Does líne have more than one meaning?
Yes. Líne can mean line or lineage, depending on context; the first is the most common.
How do I say 'online' in Irish?
Use 'ar líne', for example 'Tá sé ar fáil ar líne', it is available online.
Is a queue 'líne' in Irish?
You can say 'líne', but the usual word for a queue of people is 'scuaine'.
