HeyRuaHow to say “rumour” in Irish
- Irish:
- ráfla
- English:
- rumour, idle talk
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “RAW-fluh” /ˈɾˠaːfˠlˠə/
- Plural:
- ráflaí (rumours)
- Genitive singular:
- ráfla, an ráfla (e.g. foinse an ráfla, the source of the rumour)
- Genitive plural:
- ráflaí, na ráflaí (e.g. scaipeadh na ráflaí, the spreading of the rumours)
What does “ráfla” mean?
“Ráfla” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- rumour
- A piece of talk or news passed from person to person that may not be true.Also: rumor, hearsay, report.
1 other meaning: idle talk
- 2idle talk
- Gossip or chatter, idle talk among people.Also: gossip, chatter.
Other Irish words for rumour: iomrá (report)
“Ráfla” with the article
The plural of rumour in Irish is ráflaí. Here is ráfla after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Ráfla” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using ráfla, the Irish word for rumour.
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Rumour in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for rumour?
The Irish for rumour is ráfla (pronounced “RAW-fluh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is ráflaí. Depending on context it can also mean idle talk.
How do you pronounce ráfla in Irish?
Ráfla is said like “RAW-fluh” (IPA /ˈɾˠaːfˠlˠə/).
What is the plural of rumour in Irish?
The plural of ráfla is ráflaí; with the article, na ráflaí means “the rumours”. The genitive plural is ráflaí, as in scaipeadh na ráflaí (the spreading of the rumours).
Does ráfla have more than one meaning?
Yes. Ráfla can mean rumour or idle talk, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What other words mean rumour in Irish?
Besides ráfla you will hear luaidreán and 'scéal scéil'. Béadán and cúlchaint lean more towards malicious gossip or backbiting.
