HeyRuaHow to say “pen” in Irish
- Irish:
- loc
- English:
- pen, lock
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “lok” /l̪ˠɔk/
- Plural:
- loic (pens)
- Genitive singular:
- loic, an loic (e.g. geata an loic, the gate of the pen)
- Genitive plural:
- loc, na loc (e.g. ag deisiú na loc, repairing the locks)
What does “loc” mean?
“Loc” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- pen
- A small enclosure where animals such as sheep or cattle are kept.Also: fold, enclosure, pound.
1 other meaning: lock
“Loc” with the article
The plural of pen in Irish is loic. Here is loc after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Loc” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using loc, the Irish word for pen.
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Pen in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for pen?
The Irish for pen is loc (pronounced “lok”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is loic. Depending on context it can also mean lock.
How do you pronounce loc in Irish?
Loc is said like “lok” (IPA /l̪ˠɔk/).
What is the plural of pen in Irish?
The plural of loc is loic; with the article, na loic means “the pens”. The genitive plural is loc, as in ag deisiú na loc (repairing the locks).
Does loc have more than one meaning?
Yes. Loc can mean pen or lock, depending on context; the first is the most common. Loc also has its own entry as a verb meaning to pen.
Is 'loc' related to the verb meaning to park?
Yes, the verb 'loc' means to pen or enclose and also to park, as in 'loc an carr', but a car park is usually 'carrchlós'.
