HeyRuaHow to say “star” in Irish
- Irish:
- réalta
- English:
- star
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “RAYL-tuh” /ˈɾˠeːl̪ˠt̪ˠə/
- Plural:
- réaltaí (stars)
- Genitive singular:
- réalta, na réalta (e.g. solas na réalta, the light of the star)
- Genitive plural:
- réaltaí, na réaltaí (e.g. solas na réaltaí, the light of the stars)
What does “réalta” mean?
“Réalta” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- star
- A bright point of light seen in the night sky, a distant sun.Also: celestial body, sun.
1 other meaning:
- 2star
- A famous performer, such as a film actor, singer or sportsperson.Also: celebrity, film star, famous person.
Other Irish words for star: réaltóg (star)
“Réalta” with the article
The plural of star in Irish is réaltaí. Here is réalta after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Réalta” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using réalta, the Irish word for star.
Other nouns in Irish
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Star in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for star?
The Irish for star is réalta (pronounced “RAYL-tuh”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is réaltaí.
How do you pronounce réalta in Irish?
Réalta is said like “RAYL-tuh” (IPA /ˈɾˠeːl̪ˠt̪ˠə/).
What is the plural of star in Irish?
The plural of réalta is réaltaí; with the article, na réaltaí means “the stars”. The genitive plural is réaltaí, as in solas na réaltaí (the light of the stars).
What is the difference between 'réalta' and 'réalt'?
Both mean star; 'réalt' is a shorter variant, but 'réalta' is the usual standard form, with plural 'réaltaí'.
How do I say 'film star' in Irish?
Say 'réalta scannán', for example 'Is réalta scannán é'.
