HeyRuaHow to say “rake” in Irish
- Irish:
- ráca
- English:
- rake, comb
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “RAW-kuh” /ˈɾˠaːkə/
- Plural:
- rácaí (rakes)
- Genitive singular:
- ráca, an ráca (e.g. cos an ráca, the handle of the rake)
- Genitive plural:
- rácaí, na rácaí (e.g. fiacla na rácaí, the teeth of the rakes)
What does “ráca” mean?
“Ráca” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- rake
- A garden or farm tool with a long handle and a row of teeth, used for gathering hay, leaves or loosening soil.Also: hay rake, garden rake.
1 other meaning: comb
- 2comb
- A large-toothed comb for the hair; in some dialects 'ráca' is used for a comb.Also: large comb, hair comb.
“Ráca” with the article
The plural of rake in Irish is rácaí. Here is ráca after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Ráca” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using ráca, the Irish word for rake.
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Rake in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for rake?
The Irish for rake is ráca (pronounced “RAW-kuh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is rácaí. Depending on context it can also mean comb.
How do you pronounce ráca in Irish?
Ráca is said like “RAW-kuh” (IPA /ˈɾˠaːkə/).
What is the plural of rake in Irish?
The plural of ráca is rácaí; with the article, na rácaí means “the rakes”. The genitive plural is rácaí, as in fiacla na rácaí (the teeth of the rakes).
Does ráca have more than one meaning?
Yes. Ráca can mean rake or comb, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the verb meaning 'to rake' in Irish?
You can say 'rácáil' (to rake), for example 'ag rácáil an fhéir' (raking the hay).
