HeyRuaHow to say “administrator” in Irish
- Irish:
- riarthóir
- English:
- administrator, server
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “REER-hoh-ir” /ˈɾʲiəɾˠhoːɾʲ/
- Plural:
- riarthóirí (administrators)
- Genitive singular:
- riarthóra, an riarthóra (e.g. oifig an riarthóra, the administrator's office)
- Genitive plural:
- riarthóirí, na riarthóirí (e.g. cruinniú na riarthóirí, the administrators' meeting)
What does “riarthóir” mean?
“Riarthóir” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- administrator
- A person who manages or runs the affairs of an organisation, estate or system.Also: manager, executor.
1 other meaning: server
- 2server
- A person who serves out or distributes something, such as food or supplies.Also: dispenser, distributor.
Other Irish words for administrator: rúnaí (secretary)
“Riarthóir” with the article
The plural of administrator in Irish is riarthóirí. Here is riarthóir after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Riarthóir” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using riarthóir, the Irish word for administrator.
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Administrator in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for administrator?
The Irish for administrator is riarthóir (pronounced “REER-hoh-ir”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is riarthóirí. Depending on context it can also mean server.
How do you pronounce riarthóir in Irish?
Riarthóir is said like “REER-hoh-ir” (IPA /ˈɾʲiəɾˠhoːɾʲ/).
What is the plural of administrator in Irish?
The plural of riarthóir is riarthóirí; with the article, na riarthóirí means “the administrators”. The genitive plural is riarthóirí, as in cruinniú na riarthóirí (the administrators' meeting).
Does riarthóir have more than one meaning?
Yes. Riarthóir can mean administrator or server, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between riarthóir and bainisteoir?
Riarthóir is an administrator who handles organisation and paperwork, while bainisteoir is a manager in charge of a business or team.
