HeyRuaHow to say “prospering” in Irish
- Irish:
- rathú
- English:
- prospering
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “RA-hoo” /ˈɾˠahuː/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- rathaithe, an rathaithe (e.g. comharthaí an rathaithe, the signs of prosperity)
What does “rathú” mean?
- prospering
- Rathú is the verbal noun of the verb 'rathaigh', meaning the act of prospering, thriving or succeeding.Also: thriving, prosperity, success, flourishing.
“Rathú” with the article
Here is rathú after the article (an t-alt).
an rathú
the prospering
No change after an
“Rathú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using rathú, the Irish word for prospering.
Tá an gnó ag rathú go maith anois.
The business is thriving well now.
Bhí rathú mór ar an mbaile sin.
That town prospered greatly.
Ba é an t-airgead a chabhraigh leis an rathú.
It was the money that helped the success.
Chonaiceamar tús an rathaithe sa cheantar.
We saw the start of the prosperity in the area.
Guímid rathú ar an obair nua.
We wish success to the new work.
Níl aon rathú i ndán don fheirm sin.
There is no prospering in store for that farm.
Bhí an rathú le feiceáil sna sráideanna.
The prosperity could be seen in the streets.
Other nouns in Irish
More everyday Irish nouns to learn next.
Prospering in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for prospering?
The Irish for prospering is rathú (pronounced “RA-hoo”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce rathú in Irish?
Rathú is said like “RA-hoo” (IPA /ˈɾˠahuː/).
Does rathú have a plural?
No plural form is given for rathú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
What is the difference between 'rathú' and 'rath'?
'Rath' is the noun for prosperity or success itself, while 'rathú' is the verbal noun of 'rathaigh', the process of prospering, as in 'ag rathú'.
