HeyRuaHow to say “rushes” in Irish
- Irish:
- luachair
- English:
- rushes, rushy place
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “LOO-uh-khir” /ˈl̪ˠuəxəɾʲ/
- Genitive singular:
- luachra, na luachra (e.g. cros luachra, rush cross)
What does “luachair” mean?
“Luachair” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- rushes
- Rushes, the tall grass-like plants that grow in wet, boggy ground, used collectively.Also: rush, bulrush, reeds.
1 other meaning: rushy place
- 2rushy place
- A wet piece of land where rushes grow thickly.Also: rushland, marshy ground.
“Luachair” with the article
Here is luachair after the article (an t-alt).
“Luachair” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using luachair, the Irish word for rushes.
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Rushes in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for rushes?
The Irish for rushes is luachair (pronounced “LOO-uh-khir”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean rushy place.
How do you pronounce luachair in Irish?
Luachair is said like “LOO-uh-khir” (IPA /ˈl̪ˠuəxəɾʲ/).
Does luachair have a plural?
No plural form is given for luachair in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does luachair have more than one meaning?
Yes. Luachair can mean rushes or rushy place, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between 'luachair' and 'giolcach'?
'Luachair' means rushes, common in wet fields, while 'giolcach' usually means reeds, which grow in water.
Why is a Brigid's cross called 'cros luachra'?
It is traditionally woven from rushes, and 'luachra' is the genitive of 'luachair'.
