HeyRuaHow to say “rebellion” in Irish
- Irish:
- reibiliún
- English:
- rebellion
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “reb-il-YOON” /ˈrʲɛbʲɪlʲuːnˠ/
- Plural:
- reibiliúin (rebellions)
- Genitive singular:
- reibiliúin, an reibiliúin (e.g. ceannairí an reibiliúin, the leaders of the rebellion)
- Genitive plural:
- reibiliún, na reibiliún (e.g. stair na reibiliún, the history of the rebellions)
What does “reibiliún” mean?
- rebellion
- An organised armed uprising against a government or ruler.Also: rising, uprising, revolt, insurrection.
“Reibiliún” with the article
The plural of rebellion in Irish is reibiliúin. Here is reibiliún after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Reibiliún” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using reibiliún, the Irish word for rebellion.
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Rebellion in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for rebellion?
The Irish for rebellion is reibiliún (pronounced “reb-il-YOON”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is reibiliúin.
How do you pronounce reibiliún in Irish?
Reibiliún is said like “reb-il-YOON” (IPA /ˈrʲɛbʲɪlʲuːnˠ/).
What is the plural of rebellion in Irish?
The plural of reibiliún is reibiliúin; with the article, na reibiliúin means “the rebellions”. The genitive plural is reibiliún, as in stair na reibiliún (the history of the rebellions).
What is the difference between reibiliún and éirí amach?
Both mean rebellion, but éirí amach (rising) is the usual term for Irish risings such as Éirí Amach na Cásca, while reibiliún is often used for 1798, as in Reibiliún 1798.
Is reibiliún the same as réabhlóid?
No. Reibiliún is a rebellion or uprising, while réabhlóid means a revolution, a complete change of system.
