HeyRuaHow to say “pool” in Irish
- Irish:
- linn
- English:
- pool, body of water
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “leen” /lʲiːnʲ/
- Plural:
- linnte (pools)
- Genitive singular:
- linne, na linne (e.g. uisce na linne, the water of the pool)
- Genitive plural:
- linnte, na linnte (e.g. ag glanadh na linnte, cleaning the pools)
What does “linn” mean?
“Linn” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- pool
- A small area of still water, natural or man-made, such as a pond or a swimming pool.Also: pond, swimming pool, puddle.
“Linn” with the article
The plural of pool in Irish is linnte. Here is linn after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Linn” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using linn, the Irish word for pool.
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Pool in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for pool?
The Irish for pool is linn (pronounced “leen”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is linnte. Depending on context it can also mean body of water.
How do you pronounce linn in Irish?
Linn is said like “leen” (IPA /lʲiːnʲ/).
What is the plural of pool in Irish?
The plural of linn is linnte; with the article, na linnte means “the pools”. The genitive plural is linnte, as in ag glanadh na linnte (cleaning the pools).
Does linn have more than one meaning?
Yes. Linn can mean pool or body of water, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Is 'linn' in 'le linn' the same word?
'Le linn' means 'during', as in 'le linn an chogaidh' (during the war); it is a separate entry meaning a period of time, not a pool.
How do I say 'with us' and is it related?
'Linn' also is the prepositional pronoun 'with us' (from 'le'), as in 'Tar linn' (come with us); it is unrelated to the noun meaning pool.
