HeyRuaHow to say “load” in Irish
- Irish:
- lód
- English:
- load, burden
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “lohd” /l̪ˠoːd̪ˠ/
- Plural:
- lóid (loads)
- Genitive singular:
- lóid, an lóid (e.g. meáchan an lóid, the weight of the load)
- Genitive plural:
- lód, na lód (e.g. meáchan na lód, the weight of the loads)
What does “lód” mean?
“Lód” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- load
- An amount of something carried at one time, by a person, animal or vehicle.Also: freight, burden, cargo.
“Lód” with the article
The plural of load in Irish is lóid. Here is lód after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Lód” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using lód, the Irish word for load.
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Load in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for load?
The Irish for load is lód (pronounced “lohd”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is lóid. Depending on context it can also mean burden.
How do you pronounce lód in Irish?
Lód is said like “lohd” (IPA /l̪ˠoːd̪ˠ/).
What is the plural of load in Irish?
The plural of lód is lóid; with the article, na lóid means “the loads”. The genitive plural is lód, as in meáchan na lód (the weight of the loads).
Does lód have more than one meaning?
Yes. Lód can mean load or burden, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between 'lód' and 'ualach'?
Both mean load, but 'ualach' is the more general and figurative word (also burden, responsibility), while 'lód' is mainly a physical load or cargo.
