HeyRuaHow to say “runner” in Irish
- Irish:
- reathaire
- English:
- runner, runner (plant)
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “RAH-har-uh” /ˈɾˠahəɾʲə/
- Plural:
- reathairí (runners)
- Genitive singular:
- reathaire, an reathaire (e.g. bróga an reathaire, the runner's shoes)
- Genitive plural:
- reathairí, na reathairí (e.g. club reathairí, a runners' club)
What does “reathaire” mean?
“Reathaire” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- runner
- A person who runs, especially in races or as a sport.Also: racer, athlete, jogger.
1 other meaning: runner (plant)
- 2runner (plant)
- A long shoot of a plant that grows along the ground and takes root, as on a strawberry plant.Also: runner, stolon, plant runner.
Other Irish words for runner: bogshodaire (jogger), reathaí (runner)
“Reathaire” with the article
The plural of runner in Irish is reathairí. Here is reathaire after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Reathaire” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using reathaire, the Irish word for runner.
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Runner in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for runner?
The Irish for runner is reathaire (pronounced “RAH-har-uh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is reathairí. Depending on context it can also mean runner (plant).
How do you pronounce reathaire in Irish?
Reathaire is said like “RAH-har-uh” (IPA /ˈɾˠahəɾʲə/).
What is the plural of runner in Irish?
The plural of reathaire is reathairí; with the article, na reathairí means “the runners”. The genitive plural is reathairí, as in club reathairí (a runners' club).
Does reathaire have more than one meaning?
Yes. Reathaire can mean runner or runner (plant), depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between 'reathaire' and 'rith'?
'Reathaire' is the person who runs, a runner, while 'rith' is the act of running, the verbal noun of 'rith' (to run).
