HeyRuaHow to say “star” in Irish
- Irish:
- réaltóg
- English:
- star, blaze
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “RAYL-tohg” /ˈreːl̪ˠt̪ˠoːɡ/
- Plural:
- réaltóga (stars)
- Genitive singular:
- réaltóige, na réaltóige (e.g. cruth na réaltóige, the shape of the star)
- Genitive plural:
- réaltóg, na réaltóg (e.g. solas na réaltóg, the light of the stars)
What does “réaltóg” mean?
“Réaltóg” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- star
- A small star, or a star shape or symbol such as an asterisk.Also: little star, asterisk, star symbol.
1 other meaning: blaze
- 2blaze
- A white spot or star on the forehead of an animal such as a horse.Also: white spot, star on forehead.
Other Irish words for star: réalta (star)
“Réaltóg” with the article
The plural of star in Irish is réaltóga. Here is réaltóg after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Réaltóg” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using réaltóg, the Irish word for star.
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Star in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for star?
The Irish for star is réaltóg (pronounced “RAYL-tohg”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is réaltóga. Depending on context it can also mean blaze.
How do you pronounce réaltóg in Irish?
Réaltóg is said like “RAYL-tohg” (IPA /ˈreːl̪ˠt̪ˠoːɡ/).
What is the plural of star in Irish?
The plural of réaltóg is réaltóga; with the article, na réaltóga means “the stars”. The genitive plural is réaltóg, as in solas na réaltóg (the light of the stars).
Does réaltóg have more than one meaning?
Yes. Réaltóg can mean star or blaze, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between réaltóg and réalta?
Réalta is the usual word for a star in the sky, while réaltóg is a diminutive often used for a little star, a star symbol or a star mark on an animal.
