HeyRuaHow to say “asterisk” in Irish
- Irish:
- réiltín
- English:
- asterisk, little star
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “rayl-TCHEEN” /ɾˠeːlʲˈtʲiːnʲ/
- Plural:
- réiltíní (asterisks)
- Genitive singular:
- réiltín, an réiltín (e.g. brí an réiltín, the meaning of the asterisk)
- Genitive plural:
- réiltíní, na réiltíní (e.g. líon na réiltíní, the number of asterisks)
What does “réiltín” mean?
“Réiltín” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- asterisk
- A small star-shaped symbol (*) used in writing and printing to mark a note or an omission.Also: star symbol, star.
1 other meaning: little star
- 2little star
- A small star, often in the sky or as a decoration.Also: small star, starlet.
“Réiltín” with the article
The plural of asterisk in Irish is réiltíní. Here is réiltín after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Réiltín” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using réiltín, the Irish word for asterisk.
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Asterisk in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for asterisk?
The Irish for asterisk is réiltín (pronounced “rayl-TCHEEN”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is réiltíní. Depending on context it can also mean little star.
How do you pronounce réiltín in Irish?
Réiltín is said like “rayl-TCHEEN” (IPA /ɾˠeːlʲˈtʲiːnʲ/).
What is the plural of asterisk in Irish?
The plural of réiltín is réiltíní; with the article, na réiltíní means “the asterisks”. The genitive plural is réiltíní, as in líon na réiltíní (the number of asterisks).
Does réiltín have more than one meaning?
Yes. Réiltín can mean asterisk or little star, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between réiltín and réalta?
Réalta is the ordinary word for a star in the sky, while réiltín is a diminutive used mainly for the asterisk symbol (*) or a small star.
