Ankle in Irish (Rúitín): Meaning & Pronunciation

Q: What is the Irish for ankle?

The Irish for ankle is rúitín (pronounced “ROO-teen”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is rúitíní. Depending on context it can also mean fetlock.

Q: What is the plural of ankle in Irish?

The plural of rúitín is rúitíní; with the article, na rúitíní means “the ankles”. The genitive plural is rúitíní, as in at na rúitíní (the swelling of the ankles).

Q: Does rúitín have more than one meaning?

Yes. Rúitín can mean ankle or fetlock, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How to say “ankle” in Irish

Irish:: rúitín
English:: ankle, fetlock
Word type:: noun
Gender:: masculine, fourth declension
Pronunciation:: “ROO-teen” /ˈɾˠuːtʲiːnʲ/

Various forms

Plural:: rúitíní (ankles)
Genitive singular:: rúitín, an rúitín (e.g. cnámh an rúitín, the ankle bone)
Genitive plural:: rúitíní, na rúitíní (e.g. at na rúitíní, the swelling of the ankles)

What does “rúitín” mean?

“Rúitín” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.

ankle: The joint that connects the foot to the leg.Also: ankle joint, anklebone.

1 other meaning: fetlock

2fetlock: The joint just above the hoof on the leg of a horse or similar animal.Also: pastern joint.

Other Irish words for ankle: murnán (ankle)

“Rúitín” with the article

The plural of ankle in Irish is rúitíní. Here is rúitín after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.

an rúitín

the ankle

No change after an

na rúitíní

the ankles

Plural: no change after na

“Rúitín” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using rúitín, the Irish word for ankle.

Ghortaigh mé mo rúitín ag imirt peile.

I hurt my ankle playing football.

Tá an rúitín ata go mór.

The ankle is badly swollen.

Bhí an t-uisce suas go dtí na rúitíní orainn.

The water was up to our ankles.

Chuir an dochtúir bindealán ar a rúitín.

The doctor put a bandage on his ankle.

Tá pian i mo rúitín ó mhaidin.

I've had a pain in my ankle since morning.

Bhris sí cnámh sa rúitín anuraidh.

She broke a bone in her ankle last year.

Tá rúitíní láidre ag an gcapall sin.

That horse has strong fetlocks.

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Ankle in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for ankle?

The Irish for ankle is rúitín (pronounced “ROO-teen”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is rúitíní. Depending on context it can also mean fetlock.

How do you pronounce rúitín in Irish?

Rúitín is said like “ROO-teen” (IPA /ˈɾˠuːtʲiːnʲ/).

What is the plural of ankle in Irish?

The plural of rúitín is rúitíní; with the article, na rúitíní means “the ankles”. The genitive plural is rúitíní, as in at na rúitíní (the swelling of the ankles).

Does rúitín have more than one meaning?

Yes. Rúitín can mean ankle or fetlock, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How do I say 'I sprained my ankle' in Irish?

You can say 'Leon mé mo rúitín', using the verb 'leon' (sprain).

Ankle in Irish (Rúitín): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage