leprechaun

[US]/'leprəkɔːn/
[UK]/'lɛprəkɔn/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. a small fairy in Irish folklore.

Example Sentences

Variant form *lag wh- . leprechaun , from Old Irish l?

I found a leprechaun at the end of the rainbow.

Legend has it that leprechauns hide their pots of gold at the end of rainbows.

The leprechaun is often depicted as a mischievous creature in Irish folklore.

Some people believe that if you catch a leprechaun, they will grant you three wishes.

Leprechauns are said to be skilled shoemakers.

In folklore, leprechauns are known for their love of mischief and pranks.

Children often try to catch leprechauns on St. Patrick's Day.

Leprechauns are typically depicted wearing green suits and hats.

The leprechaun's treasure is said to be guarded by tricky puzzles and riddles.

Irish folklore often portrays leprechauns as solitary creatures who keep to themselves.

Real-world Examples

" I didn't know leprechaun gold vanishes, " Ron muttered.

Source: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire

Showing your leprechaun shoes to dodgy men.

Source: Before I Met You Selected

For a split second, Harry thought it was another leprechaun formation.

Source: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire

Patrick says they make me look like a leprechaun drag queen.

Source: Before I Met You Selected

You know, you actually do look quite a bit like a leprechaun.

Source: "Whiplash" Original Soundtrack

Nope, not for it. There gonna be no leprechaun jokes. No lucky charms. No faith in Begorrah.

Source: Crash Course in Drama

Some experts say that, in Irish folklore, it is believed that Leprechauns can reveal the hiding places of treasures.

Source: VOA Slow English - Word Stories

And leprechauns and elves are magical creatures that would be a slap in the face to the scientific community.

Source: Young Sheldon - Season 2

It's me, I'm the leprechaun from the Lucky Charms ad.

Source: Global Food Tasting (Irish Accent)

Did you just say Katherine is a leprechaun?

Source: Desperate Housewives Video Edition Season 6

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