HeyRuaHow to say “track” in Irish
- Irish:
- lorg
- English:
- track, consequence
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- lorg, to look for (ag lorg, looking for)
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “LUR-ug” /l̪ˠɔɾˠəɡ/
- Plural:
- loirg (tracks)
- Genitive singular:
- loirg, an loirg (e.g. ag leanúint an loirg, following the track)
- Genitive plural:
- lorg, na lorg (e.g. cuid de na lorg, some of the tracks)
What does “lorg” mean?
“Lorg” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- track
- A mark, trace or print left by someone or something, such as a footprint or trail.Also: trace, mark, footprint, trail, print.
1 other meaning: consequence
- 2consequence
- A result or after-effect left behind by something, used in phrases like 'de lorg' meaning as a result of.Also: result, after-effect, aftermath.
Other Irish words for track: éis (track)
The same spelling has its own page as:
“Lorg” as a verbal noun
After ag, lorg means looking for: it is the verbal noun of the verb lorg (to look for). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Lorg” with the article
The plural of track in Irish is loirg. Here is lorg after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Lorg” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using lorg, the Irish word for track.
Other nouns in Irish
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Track in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for track?
The Irish for track is lorg (pronounced “LUR-ug”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is loirg. Depending on context it can also mean consequence.
How do you pronounce lorg in Irish?
Lorg is said like “LUR-ug” (IPA /l̪ˠɔɾˠəɡ/).
What is the plural of track in Irish?
The plural of lorg is loirg; with the article, na loirg means “the tracks”. The genitive plural is lorg, as in cuid de na lorg (some of the tracks).
Does lorg have more than one meaning?
Yes. Lorg can mean track or consequence, depending on context; the first is the most common. Lorg also has its own entry as a noun, masculine meaning seeking. Lorg also has its own entry as a verb meaning to look for.
What is the difference between 'lorg' and 'rian'?
Both mean a trace or mark; 'lorg' is used especially for tracks and prints (lorg coise), while 'rian' is a more general trace or sign.
How do you say 'looking for' with this word?
Use 'ag lorg' with the genitive: 'ag lorg oibre' means looking for work, and 'ar lorg' means in search of.
