HeyRuaHow to say “spelling” in Irish
- Irish:
- litriú
- English:
- spelling, orthography
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- litrigh, to spell (ag litriú, spelling)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “lit-ih-ROO” /lʲɪtʲəˈɾʲuː/
- Genitive singular:
- litrithe, an litrithe (e.g. botún litrithe, a spelling mistake)
What does “litriú” mean?
“Litriú” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- spelling
- The act of spelling a word, or the way a word is spelt; it is the verbal noun of the verb litrigh.Also: spell, spelling a word.
1 other meaning: orthography
- 2orthography
- The system of spelling used in a language.Also: spelling system, writing system.
“Litriú” as a verbal noun
After ag, litriú means spelling: it is the verbal noun of the verb litrigh (to spell). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Litriú” with the article
Here is litriú after the article (an t-alt).
“Litriú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using litriú, the Irish word for spelling.
Other nouns in Irish
More everyday Irish nouns to learn next.
Spelling in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for spelling?
The Irish for spelling is litriú (pronounced “lit-ih-ROO”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean orthography.
How do you pronounce litriú in Irish?
Litriú is said like “lit-ih-ROO” (IPA /lʲɪtʲəˈɾʲuː/).
Does litriú have a plural?
No plural form is given for litriú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does litriú have more than one meaning?
Yes. Litriú can mean spelling or orthography, depending on context; the first is the most common.
How do I ask how a word is spelt in Irish?
You can say 'Conas a litrítear é?' or 'Cén litriú atá air?', using the verb litrigh or the noun litriú.
Is litriú related to litir and litríocht?
Yes, litriú comes from litrigh, which is built on litir 'letter'; litríocht 'literature' comes from the same root.
