HeyRuaHow to say “total ban” in Irish
- Irish:
- lánchosc
- English:
- total ban
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “LAWN-khusk” /ˈl̪ˠaːnˌxʊsˠk/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- lánchoisc, an lánchoisc (e.g. tionchar an lánchoisc, the effect of the total ban)
What does “lánchosc” mean?
- total ban
- A complete prohibition on something, allowing no exceptions.Also: complete ban, total prohibition, blanket ban, embargo.
“Lánchosc” with the article
Here is lánchosc after the article (an t-alt).
an lánchosc
the total ban
No change after an
“Lánchosc” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using lánchosc, the Irish word for total ban.
Tá lánchosc ar thobac sa bhialann seo.
There is a total ban on tobacco in this restaurant.
Thug an rialtas isteach lánchosc ar mhálaí plaisteacha.
The government introduced a total ban on plastic bags.
Cuireadh an lánchosc i bhfeidhm anuraidh.
The total ban was implemented last year.
Níl gach duine sásta leis an lánchosc.
Not everyone is happy with the total ban.
Bhí agóid ann i gcoinne an lánchoisc.
There was a protest against the total ban.
Tá siad ag éileamh lánchoisc ar iascaireacht anseo.
They are demanding a complete ban on fishing here.
Cuireadh deireadh leis an lánchosc ar thaisteal.
The total ban on travel was lifted.
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Total ban in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for total ban?
The Irish for total ban is lánchosc (pronounced “LAWN-khusk”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce lánchosc in Irish?
Lánchosc is said like “LAWN-khusk” (IPA /ˈl̪ˠaːnˌxʊsˠk/).
Does lánchosc have a plural?
No plural form is given for lánchosc in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
How is 'lánchosc' different from 'cosc'?
'Cosc' is any ban or prohibition, while 'lánchosc' adds 'lán' (full) to mean a total ban with no exceptions.
Which preposition follows 'lánchosc'?
Use 'ar': 'lánchosc ar thobac' means a total ban on tobacco, with lenition after 'ar'.
