HeyRuaHow to say “administration” in Irish
- Irish:
- riar
- English:
- administration, distribution, provision
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- riar, to administer (ag riar, administering)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “reer” /ɾˠiəɾˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- riartha, an riartha (e.g. costais an riartha, the administration costs)
What does “riar” mean?
“Riar” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- administration
- Riar is the verbal noun of the verb 'riar', meaning the act of administering or managing something.Also: management, administering, running.
2 other meanings: distribution or provision
- 2distribution
- The act of sharing out or allocating something among people.Also: allocation, sharing out, dispensing.
- 3provision
- The act of providing for or serving people's needs, or a sufficient supply.Also: service, supply, sufficiency.
Other Irish words for administration: rialtas (government), riarachán (administration)
The same spelling has its own page as:
“Riar” as a verbal noun
After ag, riar means administering: it is the verbal noun of the verb riar (to administer). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Riar” with the article
Here is riar after the article (an t-alt).
“Riar” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using riar, the Irish word for administration.
Other nouns in Irish
More everyday Irish nouns to learn next.
Administration in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for administration?
The Irish for administration is riar (pronounced “reer”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean distribution or provision.
How do you pronounce riar in Irish?
Riar is said like “reer” (IPA /ɾˠiəɾˠ/).
Does riar have a plural?
No plural form is given for riar in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does riar have more than one meaning?
Yes. Riar can mean administration, distribution or provision, depending on context; the first is the most common. Riar also has its own entry as a verb meaning to administer. Riar also has its own entry as a noun, masculine meaning share.
What does 'riar a cháis' mean?
'Riar a cháis' means enough to meet one's needs, as in 'tá riar a cháis aige', he has enough.
