HeyRuaHow to say “lying” in Irish
- Irish:
- luí
- English:
- lying, setting, inclination
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- luigh, to lie (ag luí, lying)
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “lee” /l̪ˠiː/
- Genitive singular:
- luí, an luí (e.g. am luí, bedtime)
What does “luí” mean?
“Luí” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- lying
- Verbal noun of the verb luigh: the act or state of lying down, especially going to bed.Also: lying down, going to bed, bed, recumbency.
2 other meanings: setting or inclination
- 2setting
- The going down of the sun or moon below the horizon.Also: sunset, sundown.
- 3inclination
- A leaning or tendency towards something, or the lie or set of a thing.Also: tendency, bent, lie.
Other Irish words for lying: bréagadóireacht (lying)
“Luí” as a verbal noun
After ag, luí means lying: it is the verbal noun of the verb luigh (to lie). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Luí” with the article
Here is luí after the article (an t-alt).
“Luí” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using luí, the Irish word for lying.
Other nouns in Irish
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Lying in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for lying?
The Irish for lying is luí (pronounced “lee”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean setting or inclination.
How do you pronounce luí in Irish?
Luí is said like “lee” (IPA /l̪ˠiː/).
Does luí have a plural?
No plural form is given for luí in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does luí have more than one meaning?
Yes. Luí can mean lying, setting or inclination, depending on context; the first is the most common.
How do I say someone is lying down or in bed?
Use 'i' with a possessive: 'tá mé i mo luí' (I am lying down), 'tá sí ina luí' (she is in bed).
Does 'luí' mean telling a lie?
No, telling a lie is 'bréag' (insint bréige); 'luí' is only lying down or setting.
