HeyRuaHow to say “loading” in Irish
- Irish:
- luchtú
- English:
- loading, charging
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- luchtaigh, to load (ag luchtú, loading)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “LUKH-too” /ˈl̪ˠʊxt̪ˠuː/
- Genitive singular:
- luchtaithe, an luchtaithe (e.g. am an luchtaithe, the loading time)
What does “luchtú” mean?
“Luchtú” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- loading
- The act of putting a load or cargo onto a vehicle or ship; verbal noun of the verb luchtaigh.Also: lading, cargo loading, loading up.
1 other meaning: charging
- 2charging
- The act of putting an electrical charge into something, such as a battery; verbal noun of luchtaigh.Also: electrical charging, battery charging.
Other Irish words for loading: lódáil (loading)
“Luchtú” as a verbal noun
After ag, luchtú means loading: it is the verbal noun of the verb luchtaigh (to load). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Luchtú” with the article
Here is luchtú after the article (an t-alt).
“Luchtú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using luchtú, the Irish word for loading.
Other nouns in Irish
More everyday Irish nouns to learn next.
Loading in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for loading?
The Irish for loading is luchtú (pronounced “LUKH-too”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean charging.
How do you pronounce luchtú in Irish?
Luchtú is said like “LUKH-too” (IPA /ˈl̪ˠʊxt̪ˠuː/).
Does luchtú have a plural?
No plural form is given for luchtú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does luchtú have more than one meaning?
Yes. Luchtú can mean loading or charging, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Is luchtú related to lucht?
Yes, luchtú comes from luchtaigh, built on lucht meaning 'load, contents'; lucht also means 'people, class' as in lucht féachana.
How do I say 'charge my phone'?
Say 'mo ghuthán a luchtú' or 'ag luchtú mo ghutháin'.
