HeyRuaHow to say “rigging” in Irish
- Irish:
- rigeáil
- English:
- rigging, rigging out
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “RIG-awl” /ˈɾʲɪɟaːlʲ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- rigeála, na rigeála (e.g. téada na rigeála, the ropes of the rigging)
What does “rigeáil” mean?
“Rigeáil” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- rigging
- The ropes, chains and tackle that support and work the masts and sails of a ship.Also: ship's rigging, tackle, ropes of a ship.
1 other meaning: rigging out
- 2rigging out
- The verbal noun of rigeáil, the act of fitting out or equipping something, especially a ship.Also: fitting out, equipping, rig.
“Rigeáil” with the article
Here is rigeáil after the article (an t-alt).
an rigeáil
the rigging
No change after an
“Rigeáil” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using rigeáil, the Irish word for rigging.
Bhí an rigeáil ag gíoscán sa ghaoth.
The rigging was creaking in the wind.
Dhreap an mairnéalach suas an rigeáil.
The sailor climbed up the rigging.
Bhí rigeáil nua ar an long.
The ship had new rigging.
Cheangail sé an téad den rigeáil.
He tied the rope to the rigging.
Tá cuid den rigeáil briste i ndiaidh na stoirme.
Part of the rigging is broken after the storm.
Chaith siad an lá ag deisiú na rigeála.
They spent the day repairing the rigging.
Bhí éin ina suí sa rigeáil.
Birds were sitting in the rigging.
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Rigging in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for rigging?
The Irish for rigging is rigeáil (pronounced “RIG-awl”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean rigging out.
How do you pronounce rigeáil in Irish?
Rigeáil is said like “RIG-awl” (IPA /ˈɾʲɪɟaːlʲ/).
Does rigeáil have a plural?
No plural form is given for rigeáil in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does rigeáil have more than one meaning?
Yes. Rigeáil can mean rigging or rigging out, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Is rigeáil also a verb?
Yes, rigeáil is also the verb 'rig, fit out', as in rigeáil an bád, and the noun doubles as its verbal noun, ag rigeáil an bháid.
