HeyRuaHow to say “tipsiness” in Irish
- Irish:
- leathmheisce
- English:
- tipsiness
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “LAH-vesh-kuh” /ˈlʲahvʲɛʃkʲə/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- leathmheisce, na leathmheisce (e.g. staid na leathmheisce, the state of tipsiness)
What does “leathmheisce” mean?
- tipsiness
- The state of being half drunk or slightly intoxicated.Also: half-drunkenness, merriness, slight intoxication.
“Leathmheisce” with the article
Here is leathmheisce after the article (an t-alt).
an leathmheisce
the tipsiness
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“Leathmheisce” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using leathmheisce, the Irish word for tipsiness.
Bhí sé ar leathmheisce ag an mbainis.
He was tipsy at the wedding.
Tháinig siad abhaile ar leathmheisce.
They came home half drunk.
Bhí an leathmheisce air go fóill ar maidin.
He was still a bit tipsy in the morning.
Is maith leis bheith ar leathmheisce ag an deireadh seachtaine.
He likes being merry at the weekend.
Bhí an slua ar fad ar leathmheisce.
The whole crowd was tipsy.
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Tipsiness in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for tipsiness?
The Irish for tipsiness is leathmheisce (pronounced “LAH-vesh-kuh”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce leathmheisce in Irish?
Leathmheisce is said like “LAH-vesh-kuh” (IPA /ˈlʲahvʲɛʃkʲə/).
Does leathmheisce have a plural?
No plural form is given for leathmheisce in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
How is 'leathmheisce' usually used?
It is almost always used in the phrase 'ar leathmheisce', as in 'Bhí sé ar leathmheisce', meaning he was tipsy; 'ar meisce' means fully drunk.
