Irish Word of the Day
ráth
raah • noun — 18th of Aug, 2026
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Meaning: a fort or ringfort; a fortified settlement
Examples
- Tá ráth sean in aice leis an abhainn.
(There is an old ringfort near the river.) - Thug an múinteoir scéal faoin ráth don rang.
(The teacher told the class a story about the fort.) - Feictear an ráth ar bharr an chnoic.
(The ringfort can be seen on top of the hill.)
Synonyms
- caiseal
- dún
This word is commonly used in Irish place names and in historical or archaeological contexts. It is not an everyday conversation word, but it is useful when talking about old settlements, local history, or ancient sites.
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