HeyRuaHow to say “vandalism” in Irish
- Irish:
- loitmhilleadh
- English:
- vandalism
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “LOT-vil-oo” /ˈl̪ˠɔtʲˌvʲɪlʲə/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- loitmhillte, an loitmhillte (e.g. fadhb an loitmhillte, the problem of vandalism)
What does “loitmhilleadh” mean?
- vandalism
- The deliberate damaging or destruction of property, especially public property.Also: wanton destruction, malicious damage, vandalising.
“Loitmhilleadh” with the article
Here is loitmhilleadh after the article (an t-alt).
an loitmhilleadh
the vandalism
No change after an
“Loitmhilleadh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using loitmhilleadh, the Irish word for vandalism.
Is coir é loitmhilleadh.
Vandalism is a crime.
Rinneadh loitmhilleadh ar an scoil aréir.
The school was vandalised last night.
Tá an loitmhilleadh ag dul in olcas sa bhaile seo.
Vandalism is getting worse in this town.
Cuireadh fíneáil air mar gheall ar loitmhilleadh.
He was fined for vandalism.
Tá ceamaraí ann chun loitmhilleadh a chosc.
There are cameras there to prevent vandalism.
Chosain an loitmhilleadh na mílte euro ar an gcomhairle.
The vandalism cost the council thousands of euro.
Ní ghlacfar le haon ghníomh loitmhillte sa pháirc.
No act of vandalism will be tolerated in the park.
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Vandalism in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for vandalism?
The Irish for vandalism is loitmhilleadh (pronounced “LOT-vil-oo”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce loitmhilleadh in Irish?
Loitmhilleadh is said like “LOT-vil-oo” (IPA /ˈl̪ˠɔtʲˌvʲɪlʲə/).
Does loitmhilleadh have a plural?
No plural form is given for loitmhilleadh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
How is 'loitmhilleadh' formed?
It combines 'loit' (injure, damage) and 'milleadh' (destroying), giving the sense of wanton, deliberate destruction, that is vandalism.
