HeyRuaHow to say “rush” in Irish
- Irish:
- ruathar
- English:
- rush, attack, fit
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “ROO-uh-hur” /ˈɾˠuəhəɾˠ/
- Plural:
- ruathair (rushes)
- Genitive singular:
- ruathair, an ruathair (e.g. luas an ruathair, the speed of the charge)
- Genitive plural:
- ruathar, na ruathar (e.g. sraith na ruathar, the series of raids)
What does “ruathar” mean?
“Ruathar” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- rush
- A sudden rapid forward movement or dash.Also: dash, onrush, sally.
“Ruathar” with the article
The plural of rush in Irish is ruathair. Here is ruathar after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Ruathar” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using ruathar, the Irish word for rush.
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Rush in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for rush?
The Irish for rush is ruathar (pronounced “ROO-uh-hur”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is ruathair. Depending on context it can also mean attack or fit.
How do you pronounce ruathar in Irish?
Ruathar is said like “ROO-uh-hur” (IPA /ˈɾˠuəhəɾˠ/).
What is the plural of rush in Irish?
The plural of ruathar is ruathair; with the article, na ruathair means “the rushes”. The genitive plural is ruathar, as in sraith na ruathar (the series of raids).
Does ruathar have more than one meaning?
Yes. Ruathar can mean rush, attack or fit, depending on context; the first is the most common.
How do you say 'to make a dash at something' with ruathar?
Use 'tabhair ruathar faoi' or 'ar': thug sé ruathar faoin namhaid, he charged at the enemy.
How does ruathar differ from ionsaí?
Ionsaí is the general word for an attack, while ruathar stresses a sudden rush or raid, a short dash forward.
