HeyRuaHow to say “cycling” in Irish
- Irish:
- rothaíocht
- English:
- cycling
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- rothaigh, to cycle (ag rothaíocht, cycling)
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “RO-hee-ukht” /ˈɾˠɔhiːəxt̪ˠ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- rothaíochta, na rothaíochta (e.g. rás rothaíochta, cycling race)
What does “rothaíocht” mean?
- cycling
- The activity or sport of riding a bicycle.Also: biking, bike riding, bicycle riding.
“Rothaíocht” as a verbal noun
After ag, rothaíocht means cycling: it is the verbal noun of the verb rothaigh (to cycle). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
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“Rothaíocht” with the article
Here is rothaíocht after the article (an t-alt).
an rothaíocht
the cycling
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“Rothaíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using rothaíocht, the Irish word for cycling.
Chuamar ag rothaíocht.
We went cycling.
Téann Seán ag rothaíocht gach maidin.
Seán goes cycling every morning.
Is breá liom an rothaíocht.
I love cycling.
Cheannaigh sí clogad rothaíochta nua inné.
She bought a new cycling helmet yesterday.
Tá suim mhór aige sa rothaíocht.
He's very interested in cycling.
Bím ag rothaíocht ar scoil gach lá.
I cycle to school every day.
Is spórt sláintiúil í an rothaíocht.
Cycling is a healthy sport.
Other nouns in Irish
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Cycling in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for cycling?
The Irish for cycling is rothaíocht (pronounced “RO-hee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce rothaíocht in Irish?
Rothaíocht is said like “RO-hee-ukht” (IPA /ˈɾˠɔhiːəxt̪ˠ/).
Does rothaíocht have a plural?
No plural form is given for rothaíocht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
How do I say 'I go cycling' in Irish?
Use 'ag rothaíocht' with the verb 'téigh': 'Téim ag rothaíocht.'
What is the difference between 'rothaíocht' and 'rothar'?
'Rothar' is the bicycle itself, while 'rothaíocht' is the activity of cycling.
