HeyRuaHow to say “lodge” in Irish
- Irish:
- lóiste
- English:
- lodge, lodge (of a society)
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “LOH-shtyeh” /ˈl̪ˠoːʃtʲə/
- Plural:
- lóistí (lodges)
- Genitive singular:
- lóiste, an lóiste (e.g. doras an lóiste, the door of the lodge)
- Genitive plural:
- lóistí, na lóistí (e.g. úinéirí na lóistí, the owners of the lodges)
What does “lóiste” mean?
“Lóiste” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- lodge
- A small house or cabin, such as a gate lodge, a hunting lodge or a ski lodge.Also: gate lodge, hunting lodge, cabin.
1 other meaning: lodge (of a society)
- 2lodge (of a society)
- A local branch or meeting place of a society or order, such as the Freemasons or the Orange Order.Also: lodge, masonic lodge, orange lodge, branch.
Other Irish words for lodge: lóisteáil (lodge)
“Lóiste” with the article
The plural of lodge in Irish is lóistí. Here is lóiste after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Lóiste” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using lóiste, the Irish word for lodge.
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Lodge in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for lodge?
The Irish for lodge is lóiste (pronounced “LOH-shtyeh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is lóistí. Depending on context it can also mean lodge (of a society).
How do you pronounce lóiste in Irish?
Lóiste is said like “LOH-shtyeh” (IPA /ˈl̪ˠoːʃtʲə/).
What is the plural of lodge in Irish?
The plural of lóiste is lóistí; with the article, na lóistí means “the lodges”. The genitive plural is lóistí, as in úinéirí na lóistí (the owners of the lodges).
Does lóiste have more than one meaning?
Yes. Lóiste can mean lodge or lodge (of a society), depending on context; the first is the most common.
Is 'lóiste' the same as 'lóistín'?
No. 'Lóiste' is a lodge, a building, while 'lóistín' means lodging or accommodation, as in 'teach lóistín', a lodging house.
