HeyRuaHow to say “lowering” in Irish
- Irish:
- ísliú
- English:
- lowering, humiliation
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- ísligh, to lower (ag ísliú, lowering)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “EESH-loo” /ˈiːʃlʲuː/
- Genitive singular:
- íslithe, an íslithe (e.g. ráta an íslithe, the rate of decrease)
What does “ísliú” mean?
“Ísliú” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- lowering
- The act of making something lower or bringing it down; verbal noun of the verb ísligh.Also: reduction, lessening, bringing down.
1 other meaning: humiliation
- 2humiliation
- The act of humbling or degrading someone, bringing them down in status.Also: abasement, humbling, degradation.
“Ísliú” as a verbal noun
After ag, ísliú means lowering: it is the verbal noun of the verb ísligh (to lower). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Ísliú” with the article
Here is ísliú after the article (an t-alt).
“Ísliú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using ísliú, the Irish word for lowering.
Other nouns in Irish
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Lowering in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for lowering?
The Irish for lowering is ísliú (pronounced “EESH-loo”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean humiliation.
How do you pronounce ísliú in Irish?
Ísliú is said like “EESH-loo” (IPA /ˈiːʃlʲuː/).
Does ísliú have a plural?
No plural form is given for ísliú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does ísliú have more than one meaning?
Yes. Ísliú can mean lowering or humiliation, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does ísliú sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-ísliú (the lowering), a hísliú (her lowering), a n-ísliú (their lowering).
What is the opposite of ísliú?
The opposite is ardú, raising or increase: ardú pá is a pay rise, while ísliú pá would be a pay cut.
