HeyRuaHow to say “reggae” in Irish
- Irish:
- reigé
- English:
- reggae
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “REG-ay” /ˈɾʲeɡʲeː/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- reigé, an reigé (e.g. ceol reigé, reggae music)
What does “reigé” mean?
- reggae
- A style of popular music from Jamaica with a strong offbeat rhythm.Also: reggae music, jamaican music.
“Reigé” with the article
Here is reigé after the article (an t-alt).
an reigé
the reggae
No change after an
“Reigé” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using reigé, the Irish word for reggae.
Is breá liom reigé.
I love reggae.
Tháinig an reigé ó Iamáice.
Reggae came from Jamaica.
Bhí ceol reigé á sheinm sa chaife.
Reggae music was playing in the café.
Is amhránaí reigé cáiliúil é Bob Marley.
Bob Marley is a famous reggae singer.
Ní maith le m'athair an reigé ar chor ar bith.
My dad doesn't like reggae at all.
Tá banna reigé ag seinm anocht.
A reggae band is playing tonight.
Bíonn rithim láidir i gcónaí sa reigé.
There is always a strong rhythm in reggae.
Other nouns in Irish
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Reggae in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for reggae?
The Irish for reggae is reigé (pronounced “REG-ay”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce reigé in Irish?
Reigé is said like “REG-ay” (IPA /ˈɾʲeɡʲeː/).
Does reigé have a plural?
No plural form is given for reigé in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
How do I say 'a reggae song' in Irish?
Use the genitive after the noun: 'amhrán reigé' means a reggae song, just as 'ceol reigé' means reggae music.
