HeyRuaHow to say “vandal” in Irish
- Irish:
- loitiméir
- English:
- vandal, botcher
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “LIT-i-mair” /ˈlˠɛtʲɪmʲeːrʲ/
- Plural:
- loitiméirí (vandals)
- Genitive singular:
- loitiméara, an loitiméara (e.g. obair an loitiméara, the vandal's work)
- Genitive plural:
- loitiméirí, na loitiméirí (e.g. damáiste na loitiméirí, the damage done by the vandals)
What does “loitiméir” mean?
“Loitiméir” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- vandal
- A person who deliberately damages or destroys things, especially property.Also: destroyer, wrecker.
1 other meaning: botcher
- 2botcher
- A person who spoils or mangles a piece of work through clumsiness.Also: bungler, spoiler.
“Loitiméir” with the article
The plural of vandal in Irish is loitiméirí. Here is loitiméir after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Loitiméir” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using loitiméir, the Irish word for vandal.
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Vandal in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for vandal?
The Irish for vandal is loitiméir (pronounced “LIT-i-mair”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is loitiméirí. Depending on context it can also mean botcher.
How do you pronounce loitiméir in Irish?
Loitiméir is said like “LIT-i-mair” (IPA /ˈlˠɛtʲɪmʲeːrʲ/).
What is the plural of vandal in Irish?
The plural of loitiméir is loitiméirí; with the article, na loitiméirí means “the vandals”. The genitive plural is loitiméirí, as in damáiste na loitiméirí (the damage done by the vandals).
Does loitiméir have more than one meaning?
Yes. Loitiméir can mean vandal or botcher, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the word for vandalism?
Vandalism is 'loitiméireacht', formed from 'loitiméir' and related to the verb 'loit' (damage, spoil).
