HeyRuaHow to say “controller” in Irish
- Irish:
- rialaitheoir
- English:
- controller, ruler
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “REE-uh-lih-hore” /ˈɾʲiəlˠəhoːɾʲ/
- Plural:
- rialaitheoirí (controllers)
- Genitive singular:
- rialaitheora, an rialaitheora (e.g. oifig an rialaitheora, the controller's office)
- Genitive plural:
- rialaitheoirí, na rialaitheoirí (e.g. cruinniú na rialaitheoirí, the controllers' meeting)
What does “rialaitheoir” mean?
“Rialaitheoir” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- controller
- A person or device that controls or regulates something, such as a system, a machine or an organisation.Also: regulator, control device.
1 other meaning: ruler
- 2ruler
- A person who rules or governs.Also: governor.
“Rialaitheoir” with the article
The plural of controller in Irish is rialaitheoirí. Here is rialaitheoir after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Rialaitheoir” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using rialaitheoir, the Irish word for controller.
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Controller in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for controller?
The Irish for controller is rialaitheoir (pronounced “REE-uh-lih-hore”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is rialaitheoirí. Depending on context it can also mean ruler.
How do you pronounce rialaitheoir in Irish?
Rialaitheoir is said like “REE-uh-lih-hore” (IPA /ˈɾʲiəlˠəhoːɾʲ/).
What is the plural of controller in Irish?
The plural of rialaitheoir is rialaitheoirí; with the article, na rialaitheoirí means “the controllers”. The genitive plural is rialaitheoirí, as in cruinniú na rialaitheoirí (the controllers' meeting).
Does rialaitheoir have more than one meaning?
Yes. Rialaitheoir can mean controller or ruler, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between 'rialaitheoir' and 'rialtóir'?
'Rialaitheoir' is mainly a controller or regulator, while 'rialtóir' is usually a ruler or governor, and also a ruler for measuring, though 'rialóir' is the usual word for that.
