HeyRuaHow to say “socket” in Irish
- Irish:
- logall
- English:
- socket, hollow
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “LUG-ul” /ˈl̪ˠɔɡəl̪ˠ/
- Plural:
- logaill (sockets)
- Genitive singular:
- logaill, an logaill (e.g. imeall an logaill, edge of the socket)
- Genitive plural:
- logall, na logall (e.g. cruth na logall, shape of the sockets)
What does “logall” mean?
“Logall” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- socket
- A hollow into which something fits, especially the socket of the eye or of a joint.Also: eye socket, joint socket, orbit.
1 other meaning: hollow
- 2hollow
- A small hollow or cavity in something.Also: cavity, pit.
Other Irish words for socket: soicéad (socket)
“Logall” with the article
The plural of socket in Irish is logaill. Here is logall after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Logall” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using logall, the Irish word for socket.
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Socket in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for socket?
The Irish for socket is logall (pronounced “LUG-ul”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is logaill. Depending on context it can also mean hollow.
How do you pronounce logall in Irish?
Logall is said like “LUG-ul” (IPA /ˈl̪ˠɔɡəl̪ˠ/).
What is the plural of socket in Irish?
The plural of logall is logaill; with the article, na logaill means “the sockets”. The genitive plural is logall, as in cruth na logall (shape of the sockets).
Does logall have more than one meaning?
Yes. Logall can mean socket or hollow, depending on context; the first is the most common.
How is 'logall' related to 'log'?
'Logall' is connected with 'log', a hollow or pit, but 'logall' is used mainly for a socket, as in 'logall súile' (eye socket).
