HeyRuaHow to say “sufficiency” in Irish
- Irish:
- leordhóthain
- English:
- sufficiency
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “LYOR-ghoh-hin” /ˈlʲoːɾˠˌɣoːhənʲ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- leordhóthain, na leordhóthain (e.g. easpa leordhóthain bia, lack of sufficient food)
What does “leordhóthain” mean?
- sufficiency
- Enough or plenty of something, as much as is needed or more.Also: plenty, enough, ample amount.
Other Irish words for sufficiency: dóthain (enough)
“Leordhóthain” with the article
Here is leordhóthain after the article (an t-alt).
an leordhóthain
the sufficiency
No change after an
“Leordhóthain” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using leordhóthain, the Irish word for sufficiency.
Tá mo leordhóthain agam, go raibh maith agat.
I have plenty, thank you.
Bhí leordhóthain bia ann do chách.
There was plenty of food for everyone.
D'ith sé a leordhóthain ag an dinnéar.
He ate his fill at dinner.
Níl leordhóthain airgid againn don turas.
We don't have enough money for the trip.
Fuair na páistí a leordhóthain codlata aréir.
The children got plenty of sleep last night.
Tá do leordhóthain ráite agat anois.
You've said enough now.
Ólaigí bhur leordhóthain uisce sa teas seo.
Drink plenty of water in this heat.
Other nouns in Irish
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Sufficiency in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for sufficiency?
The Irish for sufficiency is leordhóthain (pronounced “LYOR-ghoh-hin”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce leordhóthain in Irish?
Leordhóthain is said like “LYOR-ghoh-hin” (IPA /ˈlʲoːɾˠˌɣoːhənʲ/).
Does leordhóthain have a plural?
No plural form is given for leordhóthain in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
What is the difference between 'dóthain' and 'leordhóthain'?
'Dóthain' means enough, while 'leordhóthain' is stronger, meaning plenty or ample, as in 'tá mo leordhóthain agam' (I have plenty).
