How to Say “League” in Irish

By Joanna Penelope / September 29, 2026 / Leave a Comment

sraith

The Irish word for league, as in an organization of sports teams, is sraith.

Meaning: organization of sports teams (noun)

Did you know?

The word sraith does not just describe a sports league but can also mean a 'layer' or 'stratification' in a geological or physical sense.
While sraith is the standard term for a league, the Irish language often uses the loanword líga in casual conversation or specific titles.
The word sraith is etymologically rooted in the concept of 'arranging' or 'ordering' things in a row.

Example conversation

Conor and Aoife are talking about their local football team.

Conor

An bhfuil an f básceil i sraith?
Is the basketball in a league?
Aoife

Tá, tá sraith nua ag tosú.
Yes, a new league is starting.
Conor

An bhfuil tú ag imirt, a Aoife?
Are you playing, Aoife?
Aoife

Tá, táim an-táite!
Yes, I am very excited!

Sources

Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry sraith, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
Word origins: Wiktionary entries sraith, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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Joanna Penelope

Hello there, my name is Joanna! Ireland’s rich language and culture are my passions and I love sharing my knowledge about the Irish language. Whether it's decoding rare phrases or sharing everyday expressions, my writing is your bridge to Gaelic. Aside from my perpetual love for words and the Emerald Isle, I enjoy a cup of strong tea, reading evocative literature, and finding the perfect cookie recipe. Don't worry, I'm still trying to figure out how to say "chocolate chip" in Irish! Grá agus Gaeilge, as they say!

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