HeyRuaHow to say “little finger” in Irish
- Irish:
- laidhricín
- English:
- little finger, little toe
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “LYE-rik-een” /ˈl̪ˠaiɾʲəciːnʲ/
- Plural:
- laidhricíní (little fingers)
- Genitive singular:
- laidhricín, an laidhricín (e.g. ionga an laidhricín, the nail of the little finger)
- Genitive plural:
- laidhricíní, na laidhricíní (e.g. fad na laidhricíní, the length of the little fingers)
What does “laidhricín” mean?
“Laidhricín” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- little finger
- The smallest finger on the hand.Also: pinkie, small finger, pinky.
1 other meaning: little toe
- 2little toe
- The smallest toe on the foot.Also: small toe, baby toe.
Other Irish words for little finger: lúidín (little finger)
“Laidhricín” with the article
The plural of little finger in Irish is laidhricíní. Here is laidhricín after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Laidhricín” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using laidhricín, the Irish word for little finger.
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Little finger in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for little finger?
The Irish for little finger is laidhricín (pronounced “LYE-rik-een”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is laidhricíní. Depending on context it can also mean little toe.
How do you pronounce laidhricín in Irish?
Laidhricín is said like “LYE-rik-een” (IPA /ˈl̪ˠaiɾʲəciːnʲ/).
What is the plural of little finger in Irish?
The plural of laidhricín is laidhricíní; with the article, na laidhricíní means “the little fingers”. The genitive plural is laidhricíní, as in fad na laidhricíní (the length of the little fingers).
Does laidhricín have more than one meaning?
Yes. Laidhricín can mean little finger or little toe, depending on context; the first is the most common.
How do I say 'little toe' specifically?
Laidhricín alone can mean either, but you can say laidhricín coise for the little toe to be clear.
Is laidhricín related to ladhar?
Yes, it is a diminutive form connected with laidhir and ladhar, words for a finger or toe and the space between them.
