HeyRuaHow to say “race” in Irish
- Irish:
- rás
- English:
- race, race meeting
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “rawss” /ɾˠɑːsˠ/
- Plural:
- rásaí (races)
- Genitive singular:
- rása, an rása (e.g. buaiteoir an rása, winner of the race)
- Genitive plural:
- rásaí, na rásaí (e.g. cúrsa rásaí, racecourse)
What does “rás” mean?
“Rás” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- race
- A contest of speed between people, animals or vehicles.Also: running race, contest of speed, sprint.
“Rás” with the article
The plural of race in Irish is rásaí. Here is rás after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Rás” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using rás, the Irish word for race.
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Race in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for race?
The Irish for race is rás (pronounced “rawss”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is rásaí. Depending on context it can also mean race meeting.
How do you pronounce rás in Irish?
Rás is said like “rawss” (IPA /ɾˠɑːsˠ/).
What is the plural of race in Irish?
The plural of rás is rásaí; with the article, na rásaí means “the races”. The genitive plural is rásaí, as in cúrsa rásaí (racecourse).
Does rás have more than one meaning?
Yes. Rás can mean race or race meeting, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Does 'rás' also mean race in the sense of ethnicity?
No, 'rás' is only a contest of speed. For an ethnic race Irish uses 'cine', as in 'ciníochas' (racism).
