HeyRuaHow to say “trowel” in Irish
- Irish:
- lián
- English:
- trowel, propeller blade
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “lee-AWN” /lʲiˈaːnˠ/
- Plural:
- liáin (trowels)
- Genitive singular:
- liáin, an liáin (e.g. cos an liáin, the handle of the trowel)
- Genitive plural:
- lián, na lián (e.g. lámha na lián, the handles of the trowels)
What does “lián” mean?
“Lián” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- trowel
- A small hand tool with a flat blade, used for spreading mortar or for digging in the garden.Also: mason's trowel, garden trowel.
1 other meaning: propeller blade
- 2propeller blade
- A blade of a propeller or a similar flat blade, such as the blade of an oar.Also: blade, propeller.
“Lián” with the article
The plural of trowel in Irish is liáin. Here is lián after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Lián” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using lián, the Irish word for trowel.
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Trowel in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for trowel?
The Irish for trowel is lián (pronounced “lee-AWN”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is liáin. Depending on context it can also mean propeller blade.
How do you pronounce lián in Irish?
Lián is said like “lee-AWN” (IPA /lʲiˈaːnˠ/).
What is the plural of trowel in Irish?
The plural of lián is liáin; with the article, na liáin means “the trowels”. The genitive plural is lián, as in lámha na lián (the handles of the trowels).
Does lián have more than one meaning?
Yes. Lián can mean trowel or propeller blade, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Is 'lián' used for a propeller?
'Lián' can mean a propeller blade, and a ship's or plane's propeller is also 'lián'; for the garden or building tool, 'lián' is the everyday word.
