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Uproar in Irish (Raic): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage

‘raic’ also means: wreckage

The Irish for uproar is raic, a feminine noun.
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How to say “uproar” in Irish

Irish:
raic
English:
uproar, wreckage
Word type:
noun
Gender:
feminine, second declension
Pronunciation:
“rak”  /ɾˠak/
Various forms
Genitive singular:
raice, na raice (e.g. i lár na raice, in the middle of the uproar)

What does “raic” mean?

“Raic” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.

uproar
A loud noisy disturbance or commotion, a row.Also: row, commotion, racket, rumpus.
1 other meaning: wreckage
2wreckage
Goods or debris washed ashore from a wreck; flotsam.Also: wreck, flotsam, jetsam.

Other Irish words for uproar: rírá (uproar)

“Raic” with the article

Here is raic after the article (an t-alt).

an raic
the uproar
No change after an

“Raic” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using raic, the Irish word for uproar.

Bhí raic sa teach aréir.
There was uproar in the house last night.
Thóg sé raic faoin mbille.
He kicked up a row about the bill.
Tógadh raic mhór ag an gcruinniú.
A big row broke out at the meeting.
Chuala mé an raic ón tsráid.
I heard the commotion from the street.
Ná tóg raic anois, le do thoil.
Don't make a racket now, please.
Bhí an raic ar siúl go maidin.
The row went on until morning.
Tháinig raic isteach ar an trá.
Wreckage came in on the beach.

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Uproar in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for uproar?

The Irish for uproar is raic (pronounced “rak”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean wreckage.

How do you pronounce raic in Irish?

Raic is said like “rak” (IPA /ɾˠak/).

Does raic have a plural?

No plural form is given for raic in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.

Does raic have more than one meaning?

Yes. Raic can mean uproar or wreckage, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How do I say 'to kick up a fuss' with raic?

Use 'raic a thógáil', for example 'Thóg sí raic faoi' means 'She kicked up a row about it'.

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