HeyRuaHow to say “low esteem” in Irish
- Irish:
- lagmheas
- English:
- low esteem
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “LAG-vass” /ˈlˠaɡˌvʲasˠ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- lagmheasa, an lagmheasa (e.g. comhartha lagmheasa, a sign of low esteem)
What does “lagmheas” mean?
- low esteem
- A poor opinion of someone or something; lack of respect or regard.Also: disrespect, poor opinion, disregard, contempt.
“Lagmheas” with the article
Here is lagmheas after the article (an t-alt).
an lagmheas
the low esteem
No change after an
“Lagmheas” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using lagmheas, the Irish word for low esteem.
Bhí lagmheas aige ar an bpolaiteoir sin.
He had a low opinion of that politician.
Ná léirigh lagmheas ar do mhúinteoir.
Don't show disrespect to your teacher.
Tá lagmheas ag daoine ar an gcomhairle anois.
People think little of the council now.
Ba chomhartha lagmheasa é sin, dar liom.
That was a sign of disrespect, in my view.
Níl aon lagmheas agam ort, a chara.
I don't think any less of you, my friend.
Chuir an lagmheas sin isteach go mór uirthi.
That lack of regard really upset her.
Labhair sé le lagmheas faoina chomharsana.
He spoke disparagingly about his neighbours.
Other nouns in Irish
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Low esteem in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for low esteem?
The Irish for low esteem is lagmheas (pronounced “LAG-vass”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce lagmheas in Irish?
Lagmheas is said like “LAG-vass” (IPA /ˈlˠaɡˌvʲasˠ/).
Does lagmheas have a plural?
No plural form is given for lagmheas in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
How is 'lagmheas' different from 'drochmheas' and 'dímheas'?
'Lagmheas' is a mild low regard, while 'drochmheas' and 'dímheas' suggest stronger contempt or disrespect. All take 'ar': lagmheas a bheith agat ar dhuine.
