HeyRuaHow to say “link” in Irish
- Irish:
- nasc
- English:
- link, tie, bond
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “nask” /n̪ˠasˠk/
- Plural:
- naisc (links)
- Genitive singular:
- naisc, an naisc (e.g. seoladh an naisc, the address of the link)
- Genitive plural:
- nasc, na nasc (e.g. liosta na nasc, the list of links)
What does “nasc” mean?
“Nasc” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- link
- A connection between two things, people or places, including a link on a web page.Also: connection, linkage, hyperlink.
2 other meanings: tie or bond
- 2tie
- A band, tie or tether used to bind or fasten something.Also: tether, band, bond.
- 3bond
- A close bond or relationship that joins people or groups together.Also: tie, union.
Other Irish words for link: nasc (link)
“Nasc” with the article
The plural of link in Irish is naisc. Here is nasc after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Nasc” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using nasc, the Irish word for link.
Other nouns in Irish
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Link in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for link?
The Irish for link is nasc (pronounced “nask”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is naisc. Depending on context it can also mean tie or bond.
How do you pronounce nasc in Irish?
Nasc is said like “nask” (IPA /n̪ˠasˠk/).
What is the plural of link in Irish?
The plural of nasc is naisc; with the article, na naisc means “the links”. The genitive plural is nasc, as in liosta na nasc (the list of links).
Does nasc have more than one meaning?
Yes. Nasc can mean link, tie or bond, depending on context; the first is the most common. Nasc also has its own entry as a verb meaning to link.
What is the difference between 'nasc' and 'ceangal'?
Both can mean connection, but 'nasc' is the usual word for a link, especially a web link, while 'ceangal' is broader, meaning binding, attachment or a connection in general.
Is there a related verb?
Yes, 'nasc' is also a verb meaning to link or bind, as in 'nasc an dá leathanach', link the two pages.
