HeyRuaHow to say “will” in Irish
- Irish:
- réir
- English:
- will, command
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “rayr” /ɾˠeːɾʲ/
- Genitive singular:
- réire, na réire (e.g. lucht na réire, the obedient followers)
What does “réir” mean?
“Réir” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- will
- A person's wish or will, now used mainly in set phrases such as 'de réir' (according to) and 'faoi réir' (ready, subject to).Also: wish, according to, ready, subject to.
“Réir” with the article
Here is réir after the article (an t-alt).
“Réir” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using réir, the Irish word for will.
Other nouns in Irish
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Will in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for will?
The Irish for will is réir (pronounced “rayr”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean command.
How do you pronounce réir in Irish?
Réir is said like “rayr” (IPA /ɾˠeːɾʲ/).
Does réir have a plural?
No plural form is given for réir in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does réir have more than one meaning?
Yes. Réir can mean will or command, depending on context; the first is the most common.
How do I say 'according to' in Irish?
Use 'de réir' followed by the genitive: 'de réir an dlí' (according to the law). 'De réir a chéile' means 'gradually'.
What does 'faoi réir' mean?
'Faoi réir' means ready or prepared, as in 'Tá mé faoi réir' (I am ready); 'faoi réir ag' means subject to or at the disposal of.
