HeyRuaHow to say “form” in Irish
- Irish:
- riocht
- English:
- form, condition, capacity
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “rukht” /ɾˠɔxt̪ˠ/
- Plural:
- riochtaí (forms)
- Genitive singular:
- reachta, an reachta (e.g. athrú an reachta, the change of form)
- Genitive plural:
- riochtaí, na riochtaí (e.g. athruithe na riochtaí, the changes of the forms)
What does “riocht” mean?
“Riocht” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- form
- The shape, appearance or guise in which someone or something appears.Also: shape, guise, appearance, likeness.
2 other meanings: condition or capacity
“Riocht” with the article
The plural of form in Irish is riochtaí. Here is riocht after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Riocht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using riocht, the Irish word for form.
Other nouns in Irish
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Form in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for form?
The Irish for form is riocht (pronounced “rukht”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is riochtaí. Depending on context it can also mean condition or capacity.
How do you pronounce riocht in Irish?
Riocht is said like “rukht” (IPA /ɾˠɔxt̪ˠ/).
What is the plural of form in Irish?
The plural of riocht is riochtaí; with the article, na riochtaí means “the forms”. The genitive plural is riochtaí, as in athruithe na riochtaí (the changes of the forms).
Does riocht have more than one meaning?
Yes. Riocht can mean form, condition or capacity, depending on context; the first is the most common.
How do I say someone is able or ready to do something with riocht?
Use 'i riocht' with a verbal noun: 'Bhí mé i riocht titim' means 'I was ready to fall'. 'Níl sé i riocht oibre' means he is not fit for work.
Is riocht related to reacht, meaning law?
No. They share the genitive 'reachta' in form, but 'reacht' means statute or law, while 'riocht' means form or condition.
