HeyRuaHow to say “localization” in Irish
- Irish:
- locáil
- English:
- localization, locating
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “LUK-awl” /ˈl̪ˠɔkaːlʲ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- locála, na locála (e.g. tionscadal locála, localization project)
What does “locáil” mean?
“Locáil” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- localization
- The verbal noun of 'locáil': the act of adapting software, a product or content to a particular language and region.Also: localisation, software localization, adaptation.
1 other meaning: locating
- 2locating
- The act of finding or fixing the position of something; verbal noun of 'locáil'.Also: location, positioning.
“Locáil” with the article
Here is locáil after the article (an t-alt).
an locáil
the localization
No change after an
“Locáil” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using locáil, the Irish word for localization.
Tá an locáil ar siúl faoi láthair.
The localization is under way at the moment.
Oibríonn sí i dtionscal na locála.
She works in the localization industry.
Is gá locáil a dhéanamh ar an mbogearra seo.
This software needs to be localized.
Bhí costas mór ar an locáil.
The localization was very expensive.
Tá taithí aige i locáil cluichí ríomhaire.
He has experience in localizing computer games.
Rinneadh locáil an láithreáin ghréasáin go Gaeilge.
The website was localized into Irish.
Cuireadh cúrsa sa locáil ar fáil san ollscoil.
A course in localization was offered at the university.
Other nouns in Irish
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Localization in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for localization?
The Irish for localization is locáil (pronounced “LUK-awl”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean locating.
How do you pronounce locáil in Irish?
Locáil is said like “LUK-awl” (IPA /ˈl̪ˠɔkaːlʲ/).
Does locáil have a plural?
No plural form is given for locáil in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does locáil have more than one meaning?
Yes. Locáil can mean localization or locating, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Is 'locáil' the same as 'aistriúchán'?
No. 'Aistriúchán' is translation, while 'locáil' is wider: adapting a product, including text, formats and culture, for a particular market.
