HeyRuaHow to say “warrior” in Irish
- Irish:
- laoch
- English:
- warrior, hero, layman
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “laykh” /l̪ˠeːx/
- Plural:
- laochra (warriors)
- Genitive singular:
- laoich, an laoich (e.g. claíomh an laoich, the warrior's sword)
- Genitive plural:
- laochra, na laochra (e.g. scéalta na laochra, the stories of the warriors)
What does “laoch” mean?
“Laoch” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- warrior
- A brave fighting man, especially one in old Irish stories.Also: fighter, champion.
2 other meanings: hero or layman
- 2hero
- A person admired for courage or great deeds.Also: brave person, champion.
- 3layman
- A person who is not a member of the clergy.Also: layperson.
Other Irish words for warrior: trodaí (fighter)
“Laoch” with the article
The plural of warrior in Irish is laochra. Here is laoch after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Laoch” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using laoch, the Irish word for warrior.
Other nouns in Irish
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Warrior in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for warrior?
The Irish for warrior is laoch (pronounced “laykh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is laochra. Depending on context it can also mean hero or layman.
How do you pronounce laoch in Irish?
Laoch is said like “laykh” (IPA /l̪ˠeːx/).
What is the plural of warrior in Irish?
The plural of laoch is laochra; with the article, na laochra means “the warriors”. The genitive plural is laochra, as in scéalta na laochra (the stories of the warriors).
Does laoch have more than one meaning?
Yes. Laoch can mean warrior, hero or layman, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between laoch and gaiscíoch?
Both mean a hero or champion; laoch is more general and literary, while gaiscíoch stresses feats of valour (gaisce).
How do I say 'heroism' in Irish?
Use laochas, for example 'laochas na saighdiúirí', the soldiers' heroism.
