HeyRuaHow to say “guarantor” in Irish
- Irish:
- ráthóir
- English:
- guarantor
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “RAW-hoh-ir” /ˈɾˠaːhoːɾʲ/
Various forms
- Plural:
- ráthóirí (guarantors)
- Genitive singular:
- ráthóra, an ráthóra (e.g. síniú an ráthóra, the guarantor's signature)
- Genitive plural:
- ráthóirí, na ráthóirí (e.g. liosta na ráthóirí, the list of the guarantors)
What does “ráthóir” mean?
- guarantor
- A person who gives a guarantee, especially one who promises to pay a debt if the borrower does not.Also: surety, sponsor, bondsman.
“Ráthóir” with the article
The plural of guarantor in Irish is ráthóirí. Here is ráthóir after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
an ráthóir
the guarantor
No change after an
na ráthóirí
the guarantors
Plural: no change after na
“Ráthóir” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using ráthóir, the Irish word for guarantor.
Bhí ráthóir ag teastáil don iasacht.
A guarantor was needed for the loan.
Sheas m'athair mar ráthóir dom.
My father stood as guarantor for me.
Shínigh an ráthóir an conradh inné.
The guarantor signed the contract yesterday.
Tá ainm an ráthóra ar an bhfoirm.
The guarantor's name is on the form.
D'iarr an banc beirt ráthóirí orm.
The bank asked me for two guarantors.
Is é mo ráthóir m'uncail.
My guarantor is my uncle.
Bíonn freagracht mhór ar ráthóirí.
Guarantors carry a lot of responsibility.
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Guarantor in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for guarantor?
The Irish for guarantor is ráthóir (pronounced “RAW-hoh-ir”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is ráthóirí.
How do you pronounce ráthóir in Irish?
Ráthóir is said like “RAW-hoh-ir” (IPA /ˈɾˠaːhoːɾʲ/).
What is the plural of guarantor in Irish?
The plural of ráthóir is ráthóirí; with the article, na ráthóirí means “the guarantors”. The genitive plural is ráthóirí, as in liosta na ráthóirí (the list of the guarantors).
What is the difference between 'ráthóir' and 'urra'?
Both can mean guarantor or surety; 'ráthóir' is the usual modern term linked to 'ráthaíocht' (guarantee), while 'urra' is older and also means a sponsor or person of standing.
