HeyRuaHow to say “sprain” in Irish
- Irish:
- leonadh
- English:
- sprain, injury
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- leon, to sprain (ag leonadh, spraining)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “LYOH-noo” /ˈlʲoːnˠuː/
- Plural:
- leontaí (sprains)
- Genitive singular:
- leonta, an leonta (e.g. pian an leonta, the pain of the sprain)
- Genitive plural:
- leontaí, na leontaí (e.g. cóireáil na leontaí, the treatment of the sprains)
What does “leonadh” mean?
“Leonadh” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- sprain
- An injury to a joint such as an ankle or wrist caused by twisting it; also the verbal noun of the verb leon, the act of spraining or injuring.Also: spraining, twist, injury.
1 other meaning: injury
- 2injury
- A wound or hurt done to a person, in the general sense of injuring.Also: wounding, hurt, wound.
Other Irish words for sprain: leon (sprain)
“Leonadh” as a verbal noun
After ag, leonadh means spraining: it is the verbal noun of the verb leon (to sprain). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Leonadh” with the article
The plural of sprain in Irish is leontaí. Here is leonadh after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Leonadh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using leonadh, the Irish word for sprain.
Other nouns in Irish
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Sprain in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for sprain?
The Irish for sprain is leonadh (pronounced “LYOH-noo”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is leontaí. Depending on context it can also mean injury.
How do you pronounce leonadh in Irish?
Leonadh is said like “LYOH-noo” (IPA /ˈlʲoːnˠuː/).
What is the plural of sprain in Irish?
The plural of leonadh is leontaí; with the article, na leontaí means “the sprains”. The genitive plural is leontaí, as in cóireáil na leontaí (the treatment of the sprains).
Does leonadh have more than one meaning?
Yes. Leonadh can mean sprain or injury, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between leonadh and gortú?
Gortú is the general word for an injury or hurt, while leonadh usually means a sprain to a joint, as in leonadh rúitín.
How do I say 'I sprained my ankle'?
Use the verb: Leon mé mo rúitín, or with the noun: Fuair mé leonadh i mo rúitín.
