HeyRuaHow to say “network” in Irish
- Irish:
- líonobair
- English:
- network, netting
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “LEEN-uh-bir” /ˈlʲiːnˌobˠəɾʲ/
- Plural:
- líonoibreacha (networks)
- Genitive singular:
- líonoibre, na líonoibre (e.g. riarthóir na líonoibre, administrator of the network)
- Genitive plural:
- líonoibreacha, na líonoibreacha (e.g. slándáil na líonoibreacha, the security of the networks)
What does “líonobair” mean?
“Líonobair” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- network
- A system of connected lines, people, computers or organisations that link together.Also: networking, web, mesh.
1 other meaning: netting
- 2netting
- Material or work made of net, or a net-like structure of threads or lines.Also: network, mesh.
Other Irish words for network: líonra (network)
“Líonobair” with the article
The plural of network in Irish is líonoibreacha. Here is líonobair after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Líonobair” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using líonobair, the Irish word for network.
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Network in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for network?
The Irish for network is líonobair (pronounced “LEEN-uh-bir”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is líonoibreacha. Depending on context it can also mean netting.
How do you pronounce líonobair in Irish?
Líonobair is said like “LEEN-uh-bir” (IPA /ˈlʲiːnˌobˠəɾʲ/).
What is the plural of network in Irish?
The plural of líonobair is líonoibreacha; with the article, na líonoibreacha means “the networks”. The genitive plural is líonoibreacha, as in slándáil na líonoibreacha (the security of the networks).
Does líonobair have more than one meaning?
Yes. Líonobair can mean network or netting, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between líonobair and líonra?
Both can mean network; líonra is now the usual term in computing and broadcasting, while líonobair is the older general word for network or netting.
