HeyRuaHow to say “rowing” in Irish
- Irish:
- rámhaíocht
- English:
- rowing
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- rámhaigh, to row (ag rámhaíocht, rowing)
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “RAW-vee-ukht” /ˈɾˠɑːvˠiəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- rámhaíochta, na rámhaíochta (e.g. club rámhaíochta, rowing club)
What does “rámhaíocht” mean?
- rowing
- The act of propelling a boat with oars; it is the verbal noun of the verb rámhaigh.Also: row, oarsmanship, boat rowing.
Other Irish words for rowing: iomramh (rowing), rámhóireacht (rowing)
“Rámhaíocht” as a verbal noun
After ag, rámhaíocht means rowing: it is the verbal noun of the verb rámhaigh (to row). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Rámhaíocht” with the article
Here is rámhaíocht after the article (an t-alt).
“Rámhaíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using rámhaíocht, the Irish word for rowing.
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Rowing in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for rowing?
The Irish for rowing is rámhaíocht (pronounced “RAW-vee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce rámhaíocht in Irish?
Rámhaíocht is said like “RAW-vee-ukht” (IPA /ˈɾˠɑːvˠiəxt̪ˠ/).
Does rámhaíocht have a plural?
No plural form is given for rámhaíocht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
What is the difference between 'rámhaíocht' and 'rámh'?
'Rámh' is the oar itself, while 'rámhaíocht' is the activity of rowing, as in 'ag rámhaíocht'.
How do I say 'I am rowing' in Irish?
Use the verbal noun with 'ag': 'Tá mé ag rámhaíocht'.
