HeyRuaHow to say “freehold” in Irish
- Irish:
- ruíleas
- English:
- freehold, own property
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “REE-lyus” /ˈrˠiːlʲəsˠ/
- Plural:
- ruílsí (freeholds)
- Genitive singular:
- ruílse, na ruílse (e.g. úinéir na ruílse, owner of the freehold)
- Genitive plural:
- ruílsí, na ruílsí (e.g. clár na ruílsí, the register of freeholds)
What does “ruíleas” mean?
“Ruíleas” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- freehold
- Absolute ownership of land or property, held outright and not leased.Also: absolute ownership, fee simple, outright ownership.
1 other meaning: own property
- 2own property
- Property that belongs entirely to a person as their own.Also: personal property, possession.
“Ruíleas” with the article
The plural of freehold in Irish is ruílsí. Here is ruíleas after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Ruíleas” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using ruíleas, the Irish word for freehold.
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Freehold in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for freehold?
The Irish for freehold is ruíleas (pronounced “REE-lyus”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is ruílsí. Depending on context it can also mean own property.
How do you pronounce ruíleas in Irish?
Ruíleas is said like “REE-lyus” (IPA /ˈrˠiːlʲəsˠ/).
What is the plural of freehold in Irish?
The plural of ruíleas is ruílsí; with the article, na ruílsí means “the freeholds”. The genitive plural is ruílsí, as in clár na ruílsí (the register of freeholds).
Does ruíleas have more than one meaning?
Yes. Ruíleas can mean freehold or own property, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between ruíleas and léas?
Ruíleas is freehold, outright ownership, while léas is a lease, where you hold property for a set term from an owner.
