HeyRuaHow to say “motion” in Irish
- Irish:
- luail
- English:
- motion
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “loo-uhl” /l̪ˠuəlʲ/
- Plural:
- luailí (motions)
- Genitive singular:
- luaile, na luaile (e.g. téacs na luaile, the text of the motion)
- Genitive plural:
- luailí, na luailí (e.g. liosta na luailí, the list of motions)
What does “luail” mean?
“Luail” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- motion
- Movement or the act of moving; activity, stir.Also: movement, moving, activity, stir.
1 other meaning:
- 2motion
- A formal proposal put before a meeting to be debated and voted on.Also: proposal, resolution.
Other Irish words for motion: gluaiseacht (movement)
“Luail” with the article
The plural of motion in Irish is luailí. Here is luail after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Luail” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using luail, the Irish word for motion.
Other nouns in Irish
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Motion in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for motion?
The Irish for motion is luail (pronounced “loo-uhl”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is luailí.
How do you pronounce luail in Irish?
Luail is said like “loo-uhl” (IPA /l̪ˠuəlʲ/).
What is the plural of motion in Irish?
The plural of luail is luailí; with the article, na luailí means “the motions”. The genitive plural is luailí, as in liosta na luailí (the list of motions).
What is the difference between 'luail' and 'rún' at a meeting?
Both can mean a motion; 'luail' is the proposal moved for debate, while 'rún' is often used for a resolution once adopted, though usage overlaps.
