HeyRuaHow to say “run” in Irish
- Irish:
- ruthag
- English:
- run, run (music), trajectory
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “RUH-hug” /ˈɾˠʊhəɡ/
- Plural:
- ruthaig (runs)
- Genitive singular:
- ruthaig, an ruthaig (e.g. fad an ruthaig, the length of the run-up)
- Genitive plural:
- ruthag, na ruthag (e.g. tosú na ruthag, the start of the runs)
What does “ruthag” mean?
“Ruthag” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- run
- A short fast run, especially one taken to gather speed before jumping.Also: run-up, rush, dash, sprint.
2 other meanings: run (music) or trajectory
“Ruthag” with the article
The plural of run in Irish is ruthaig. Here is ruthag after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Ruthag” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using ruthag, the Irish word for run.
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Run in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for run?
The Irish for run is ruthag (pronounced “RUH-hug”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is ruthaig. Depending on context it can also mean run (music) or trajectory.
How do you pronounce ruthag in Irish?
Ruthag is said like “RUH-hug” (IPA /ˈɾˠʊhəɡ/).
What is the plural of run in Irish?
The plural of ruthag is ruthaig; with the article, na ruthaig means “the runs”. The genitive plural is ruthag, as in tosú na ruthag (the start of the runs).
Does ruthag have more than one meaning?
Yes. Ruthag can mean run, run (music) or trajectory, depending on context; the first is the most common.
How is 'ruthag' different from 'rith'?
'Rith' is the general verbal noun for running, while 'ruthag' is a single short dash or run-up, as in 'thug sé ruthag' (he made a dash).
