HeyRuaHow to say “swing” in Irish
- Irish:
- luasc
- English:
- swing, oscillation
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “loo-usk” /l̪ˠuəsˠk/
- Plural:
- luasca
- Genitive singular:
- luaisce, na luaisce (e.g. luas na luaisce, speed of the swing)
- Genitive plural:
- luasc, na luasc (e.g. líon na luasc, the number of swings)
What does “luasc” mean?
“Luasc” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- swing
- A swinging or rocking movement from side to side or back and forth.Also: swinging motion, oscillation, sway, rocking.
1 other meaning: oscillation
“Luasc” with the article
The plural of swing in Irish is luasca. Here is luasc after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Luasc” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using luasc, the Irish word for swing.
Other nouns in Irish
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Swing in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for swing?
The Irish for swing is luasc (pronounced “loo-usk”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is luasca. Depending on context it can also mean oscillation.
How do you pronounce luasc in Irish?
Luasc is said like “loo-usk” (IPA /l̪ˠuəsˠk/).
What is the plural of swing in Irish?
The plural of luasc is luasca; with the article, it is na luasca. The genitive plural is luasc, as in líon na luasc (the number of swings).
Does luasc have more than one meaning?
Yes. Luasc can mean swing or oscillation, depending on context; the first is the most common. Luasc also has its own entry as a verb meaning to swing.
Is luasc the word for a playground swing?
No, a playground swing is usually luascán; luasc means the swinging motion itself.
