HeyRuaHow to say “Norse” in Irish
- Irish:
- Lochlannais
- English:
- Norse
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “LOKH-lun-ish” /ˈl̪ˠɔxl̪ˠən̪ˠəʃ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- Lochlannaise, na Lochlannaise (e.g. focail na Lochlannaise, the words of the Norse language)
What does “Lochlannais” mean?
- Norse
- The Norse language, the language of the Vikings and medieval Scandinavians.Also: Old Norse, Norse language, Scandinavian language.
“Lochlannais” with the article
Here is Lochlannais after the article (an t-alt).
an Lochlannais
the Norse
No change after an
“Lochlannais” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using Lochlannais, the Irish word for Norse.
Labhair na Lochlannaigh Lochlannais.
The Vikings spoke Norse.
Tháinig an focal sin ón Lochlannais.
That word came from Norse.
Tá roinnt focal Gaeilge bunaithe ar an Lochlannais.
Some Irish words are based on Norse.
Is ón Lochlannais a tháinig an logainm sin.
That place name comes from Norse.
Rinne sí staidéar ar an Lochlannais san ollscoil.
She studied Norse at university.
Is focal Lochlannaise é 'margadh'.
'Margadh' is a Norse word.
Tá tionchar na Lochlannaise le feiceáil sa Ghaeilge.
The influence of Norse can be seen in Irish.
Other nouns in Irish
More everyday Irish nouns to learn next.
Norse in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for Norse?
The Irish for Norse is Lochlannais (pronounced “LOKH-lun-ish”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce Lochlannais in Irish?
Lochlannais is said like “LOKH-lun-ish” (IPA /ˈl̪ˠɔxl̪ˠən̪ˠəʃ/).
Does Lochlannais have a plural?
No. Lochlannais is a name, so it is used in the singular only.
What is the difference between Lochlannais and Lochlannach?
Lochlannais is the Norse language, while Lochlannach is a Norseman or Viking (and also the adjective Norse).
