HeyRuaHow to say “weakness” in Irish
- Irish:
- lagar
- English:
- weakness, faint, slackening
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “LAG-ur” /ˈl̪ˠaɡəɾˠ/
- Plural:
- lagracha
- Genitive singular:
- lagair, an lagair (e.g. comharthaí an lagair, signs of the weakness)
- Genitive plural:
- lagracha, na lagracha (e.g. tréimhsí na lagracha, the periods of weakness)
What does “lagar” mean?
“Lagar” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- weakness
- A state of being weak or lacking strength, physically or otherwise.Also: faintness, feebleness, lack of strength.
2 other meanings: faint or slackening
- 2faint
- A sudden spell of weakness in which a person feels faint or swoons.Also: fainting spell, swoon, weak turn.
- 3slackening
- A lessening or easing off, for example of wind, rain or effort.Also: abatement, lull, easing.
Other Irish words for weakness: laige (weakness)
“Lagar” with the article
The plural of weakness in Irish is lagracha. Here is lagar after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Lagar” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using lagar, the Irish word for weakness.
Other nouns in Irish
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Weakness in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for weakness?
The Irish for weakness is lagar (pronounced “LAG-ur”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is lagracha. Depending on context it can also mean faint or slackening.
How do you pronounce lagar in Irish?
Lagar is said like “LAG-ur” (IPA /ˈl̪ˠaɡəɾˠ/).
What is the plural of weakness in Irish?
The plural of lagar is lagracha; with the article, it is na lagracha. The genitive plural is lagracha, as in tréimhsí na lagracha (the periods of weakness).
Does lagar have more than one meaning?
Yes. Lagar can mean weakness, faint or slackening, depending on context; the first is the most common.
How do I say 'to faint' using lagar?
Say 'titim i lagar', for example 'Thit sí i lagar' means 'She fainted'. You can also use 'titim i laige'.
What is the difference between lagar and laige?
Both mean weakness; 'laige' is the more general noun, while 'lagar' often suggests a faint or a weak spell, and also appears in 'dúlagar' (depression).
