HeyRuaHow to say “Rory” in Irish
- Irish:
- Ruairí
- English:
- Rory
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “ROOR-ee” /ˈɾˠuəɾʲiː/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- Ruairí (e.g. teach Ruairí, Rory's house)
What does “Ruairí” mean?
- Rory
- A traditional Irish male first name, usually given in English as Rory or Roderick.Also: Roderick, Ruairi, Irish boy's name, male given name.
“Ruairí” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using Ruairí, the Irish word for Rory.
Ruairí is ainm do mo dheartháir.
My brother's name is Rory.
Tá Ruairí ag obair i mBaile Átha Cliath.
Rory is working in Dublin.
An bhfaca tú Ruairí inniu?
Did you see Rory today?
Sin é carr Ruairí taobh amuigh.
That's Rory's car outside.
A Ruairí, tar isteach anseo!
Rory, come in here!
Thug mé an leabhar do Ruairí inné.
I gave the book to Rory yesterday.
Is cara maith liom Ruairí.
Rory is a good friend of mine.
Other nouns in Irish
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Rory in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for Rory?
The Irish for Rory is Ruairí (pronounced “ROOR-ee”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce Ruairí in Irish?
Ruairí is said like “ROOR-ee” (IPA /ˈɾˠuəɾʲiː/).
Does Ruairí have a plural?
No. Ruairí is a name, so it is used in the singular only.
How do you address Ruairí directly in Irish?
Use the vocative particle with lenition: "A Ruairí", which looks the same because R does not show lenition in writing.
Is Ruairí the same name as Rory?
Yes, Rory is the English form of Ruairí, and it is sometimes also rendered as Roderick.
