How to say “mains” in Irish
- Irish:
- príomhlíonra
- English:
- mains
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “PREEV-leen-ruh” /ˈpɾʲiːvˌlʲiːnˠɾˠə/
- Genitive singular:
- príomhlíonra, an phríomhlíonra (e.g. voltas an phríomhlíonra, mains voltage)
What does “príomhlíonra” mean?
- mains
- The main supply network, especially the mains electricity or water supply that buildings are connected to.Also: mains supply, main network, mains electricity, grid.
“Príomhlíonra” with the article
Here is príomhlíonra after the article (an t-alt).
“Príomhlíonra” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using príomhlíonra, the Irish word for mains.
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Mains in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for mains?
The Irish for mains is príomhlíonra (pronounced “PREEV-leen-ruh”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce príomhlíonra in Irish?
Príomhlíonra is said like “PREEV-leen-ruh” (IPA /ˈpɾʲiːvˌlʲiːnˠɾˠə/).
Does príomhlíonra have a plural?
No plural form is given for príomhlíonra in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does príomhlíonra change to phríomhlíonra or bpríomhlíonra?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) príomhlíonra becomes mo phríomhlíonra (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bpríomhlíonra (eclipsis).
How is 'príomhlíonra' different from 'líonra'?
'Líonra' is any network, including computer networks, while 'príomhlíonra' is specifically the main supply, such as mains electricity.
