HeyRuaHow to say “rayon” in Irish
- Irish:
- réón
- English:
- rayon
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “RAY-ohn” /ˈɾʲeːoːnˠ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- réóin, an réóin (e.g. léine réóin, a rayon shirt)
What does “réón” mean?
- rayon
- A smooth artificial fibre or fabric made from cellulose, often used instead of silk.Also: artificial silk, viscose.
“Réón” with the article
Here is réón after the article (an t-alt).
an réón
the rayon
No change after an
“Réón” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using réón, the Irish word for rayon.
Tá an gúna seo déanta as réón.
This dress is made of rayon.
Is snáithín saorga é réón.
Rayon is an artificial fibre.
Cheannaigh sí blús réóin sa siopa.
She bought a rayon blouse in the shop.
Bíonn an réón bog agus éadrom.
Rayon is soft and light.
Ní maith liom an mothú atá ar réón.
I don't like the feel of rayon.
Déantar réón as ceallalós.
Rayon is made from cellulose.
Tá praghas an réóin ag ardú.
The price of rayon is rising.
Other nouns in Irish
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Rayon in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for rayon?
The Irish for rayon is réón (pronounced “RAY-ohn”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce réón in Irish?
Réón is said like “RAY-ohn” (IPA /ˈɾʲeːoːnˠ/).
Does réón have a plural?
No plural form is given for réón in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Is 'réón' the same as silk?
No, 'réón' is an artificial fibre, sometimes called artificial silk, while real silk is 'síoda'.
