HeyRuaHow to say “roller” in Irish
- Irish:
- rollóir
- English:
- roller, roller (wave)
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “RUL-oh-ir” /ˈɾˠɔl̪ˠoːɾʲ/
- Plural:
- rollóirí (rollers)
- Genitive singular:
- rollóra, an rollóra (e.g. hanla an rollóra, the handle of the roller)
- Genitive plural:
- rollóirí, na rollóirí (e.g. hanlaí na rollóirí, the handles of the rollers)
What does “rollóir” mean?
“Rollóir” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- roller
- A cylinder that rolls, used for flattening, crushing or spreading things, such as a garden roller or road roller.Also: road roller, garden roller, cylinder.
1 other meaning: roller (wave)
- 2roller (wave)
- A long heavy wave that rolls in from the sea.Also: roller, wave, breaker.
“Rollóir” with the article
The plural of roller in Irish is rollóirí. Here is rollóir after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Rollóir” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using rollóir, the Irish word for roller.
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Roller in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for roller?
The Irish for roller is rollóir (pronounced “RUL-oh-ir”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is rollóirí. Depending on context it can also mean roller (wave).
How do you pronounce rollóir in Irish?
Rollóir is said like “RUL-oh-ir” (IPA /ˈɾˠɔl̪ˠoːɾʲ/).
What is the plural of roller in Irish?
The plural of rollóir is rollóirí; with the article, na rollóirí means “the rollers”. The genitive plural is rollóirí, as in hanlaí na rollóirí (the handles of the rollers).
Does rollóir have more than one meaning?
Yes. Rollóir can mean roller or roller (wave), depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between 'rollóir' and 'sorcóir'?
'Rollóir' is a rolling tool or machine, like a garden roller, while 'sorcóir' is the general or technical word for a cylinder.
