HeyRuaHow to say “rally” in Irish
- Irish:
- railí
- English:
- rally
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “RAL-ee” /ˈralʲiː/
- Plural:
- railithe (rallies)
- Genitive singular:
- railí, an railí (e.g. lucht an railí, the people at the rally)
- Genitive plural:
- railithe, na railithe (e.g. sraith na railithe, the series of rallies)
What does “railí” mean?
“Railí” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- rally
- A large public gathering of people, especially to support a cause or protest.Also: mass meeting, demonstration, gathering.
1 other meaning:
- 2rally
- A motor race over public roads or rough terrain, run in stages.Also: motor rally, car rally.
“Railí” with the article
The plural of rally in Irish is railithe. Here is railí after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Railí” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using railí, the Irish word for rally.
Other nouns in Irish
More everyday Irish nouns to learn next.
Rally in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for rally?
The Irish for rally is railí (pronounced “RAL-ee”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is railithe.
How do you pronounce railí in Irish?
Railí is said like “RAL-ee” (IPA /ˈralʲiː/).
What is the plural of rally in Irish?
The plural of railí is railithe; with the article, na railithe means “the rallies”. The genitive plural is railithe, as in sraith na railithe (the series of rallies).
What is the difference between 'railí' and 'agóid'?
A 'railí' is any large gathering in support of a cause, while 'agóid' specifically means a protest. A protest march is often called 'léirsiú' or 'mórshiúl agóide'.
