HeyRuaHow to say “ransacking” in Irish
- Irish:
- ransú
- English:
- ransacking, rummaging
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- ransaigh, to ransack (ag ransú, ransacking)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “RAN-soo” /ˈɾˠan̪ˠsˠuː/
- Genitive singular:
- ransaithe, an ransaithe (e.g. lucht ransaithe, ransackers)
What does “ransú” mean?
“Ransú” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- ransacking
- The act of searching a place thoroughly and roughly; it is the verbal noun of the verb ransaigh.Also: rummaging, searching, rifling.
1 other meaning: rummaging
- 2rummaging
- A careful or rough search through things to find something, such as searching a text or one's memory.Also: search, scouring.
“Ransú” as a verbal noun
After ag, ransú means ransacking: it is the verbal noun of the verb ransaigh (to ransack). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Ransú” with the article
Here is ransú after the article (an t-alt).
“Ransú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using ransú, the Irish word for ransacking.
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Ransacking in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for ransacking?
The Irish for ransacking is ransú (pronounced “RAN-soo”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean rummaging.
How do you pronounce ransú in Irish?
Ransú is said like “RAN-soo” (IPA /ˈɾˠan̪ˠsˠuː/).
Does ransú have a plural?
No plural form is given for ransú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does ransú have more than one meaning?
Yes. Ransú can mean ransacking or rummaging, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between ransú and cuardach?
Cuardach is a general word for searching, while ransú suggests a thorough, often rough search, as in ransacking a house: rinne siad ransú ar an teach.
