#beginners gaelic

[elipapayo]

Gaelic is such an interesting language, both in spelling an pronouncement.

Ag cur sneachta = Snowing. How to pronounce this? Aug er shnota. OR Aug er snota.

But then there's some words like Anocht. It's night. Or Tae, Tea. BUT THEN THESE ASSHOLES HAVE TO EXIST.

THE FUCK DO YOU MEAN "speaks" is

Labhraíonn.

LIKE WHAT.

NO.

and it GETS WORSE.

Dia Duit, Faílte! Tae nó Caife? le bainne? Buíochas le Dia, níl sé fliuch! An bhfuil tirim ach grianmhar? Huh? Tá sé ag cur baístí??

Dies.

[witchoftheouachitas]

Something funny about being a celto-norse pagan witch living in the US Southern ✨Biiiiible✨ belt (specifically Arkansas) is that in public, when, for example, after checking out with the cashier, you tell them “have a blessed day!”

They automatically usually think you’re Christian; however, did you specify who is doing the blessing?

Nope!

They’re thinking you meant it from YHWH/Jehovah/Jesus/etc. but they don’t know that you actually meant it from yourself or *insert deity here*.

“Have a blessed day!” is a great closeted witch phrase!

[an-spideog]

Hey, I saw your post about better resources for learning Gaeilge and I was wondering if you had any for Gàidhlig? I'm painfully aware that Duolingo is shit and I want something better I'm just, other side of the world and don't know where to start

I'm not super qualified in the realm of Scottish Gaelic so I'm just going to talk about the resources I've seen when dipping my toe in.

I would say that Scottish Gaelic actually has a lot better direct alternatives to Duo than Irish does - i.e. stuff that's high quality and accessible, for free online aimed at beginners.

Specifically the stuff on learngaelic.scot and speakgaelic.scot. There's a mix of different resources on there but as someone who already speaks Irish, something I found really useful was An Litir Bheag which is a series of recordings of little stories for learners with a transcription in Gaelic and a translation into English.

I think there's more foundational stuff on there too, SpeakGaelic is like a whole course I think, and on LearnGaelic there's the old course Speaking Our Language which I've heard good things about.

In terms of a textbook, I've used Learn Scottish Gaelic in 12 Weeks, the name is unrealistic lol, but the content is useful.

Oh also Gaelic with Jason on Youtube is good, he makes like comprehensible input style story videos about stuff, and also videos explaining grammar concepts.

If other people know of more resources feel free to add them.

[misscalming]

DND WITH THE TOS CREW

Scotty : 10/10- does the best voices - quick at the maths part - strongly influenced by Gaelic folk stories - makes cool puzzles to solve - runs the most G rated campaigns out of everyone - swears sometimes and apologises for it - really likes teamwork and found family tropes - makes cool as fuck props - dresses up as a wizard - very wholesome - super passionate - beginner friendly -

Uhura : 8.5/10- actually keeps the players on task - good at organising shit - probably makes up cool fictional languages/texts to decipher - makes cool puzzles for players to solve - u feel a little stupid when you can't solve the really hard riddles tho -

Bones : 7/10 - has zero patience - would either rage quit or make the bosses impossible to kill - takes sick pleasure out of taking away everyones hit points - runs the shortest campaigns - kills off everyone as quickly as possible - only became DM after agreeing to play dnd but only if he could be the DM - you miss one session and you come back to see your character has lost 3 limbs and is on 2 hit points

Kirk : 10/10 - goofy voices - makes the best NPCs - kinda gets distracted by players' discussions - runs some of the longest and weirdest campaigns out of the lot - makes heaps of props (not quite as good as scotty's but close) - low key a people pleaser and indulges really dumb side quests the players make up like finding the toilets or some shit - basically all the main "important to the plot" NPC's he plays are hard flirts - has spare dice for everyone - makes awesome stories and great at entertaining everyone with his villain speeches - gets really upset but tries to hide it when you have something on and miss a session and you feel really bad because he puts a lot of effort into the campaign and it means a lot to him - would love to sit down and make character sheets with beginners but doesn't have the time :(

Spock : 7/10- great atmosphere - will put on Vulcan music and vividly describe some waterfall for 30 minutes - kinda boring? - but okay if you like poetry - doesn't let you mess with the NPCs or do ridiculous shit - says "Are you sure you wish to do that?" a lot - impossible to beat bosses - "love wins" every fucking time and fighting never actually solves anything - cock blocks u from the NPCs :( - does not have spare dice for everyone and will make u leave if you don't bring your own dice - no variety in the roles he can play - every npc is just a Spock self insert clone lol - doesn't give you time to think about what to do or let you talk to other players if their characters are physically separated from your own for "realism"

Chekov : 6/10 - communist manifesto role play - feels like you're in an episode of Seinfeld on crack - makes really confusing plots with twenty storylines and thinks he's a literary genius - does really bad accents - spits when he gets too into it - which is often - if you sit a few chairs away and are there for some nonsensical shit he's the dm for you - takes it so seriously you have to laugh - Spock just silently stood up and left after 3 minutes of the first session and never came back - makes really good drawings of everyone's characters tho - just a bad star trek episode in dnd form

Sulu : 4/10 - doesn't really know what he's doing - god his voice tho - forgets the rules sometimes - "uhh what happened last session again?" - "What happened to (insert NPC name here)?" - "Oh- uhh they died, moving on" - doesn't have the drive to be the DM at all really - probably makes nice stories which criticise capitalism - makes you bring your own dice, character sheet and miniatures

Chapel : 6/10 - accidentally shows everyone her notes - lets the players run the game - spends half the time flipping through the handbooks looking for random monsters to throw in on a whim - dedicates herself to her speeches - likes player debates - pretty good at steering the plot

[languageswithhomer]

❀𝒔𝒕𝒖𝒅𝒚𝒃𝒍𝒓 𝒊𝒏𝒕𝒓𝒐❀

Hi there! My name is Phi, I’m from the UK and I’m currently studying a Linguistics and Languages degree. My dream is to become a Speech Therapist (also an author, translator and language teacher on the side - I have a lot of dreams, and most of them are about words!) ˚ʚ♡ɞ˚

why have I made this blog?

Since I am a distance-learning student, it can sometimes be difficult to find the motivation to study so I really hope this blog will hold me accountable and keep me productive.

I also really admire the studyblr & langblr communities and hope to make some friends who are similarly passionate about all things languages! ˚ʚ♡ɞ˚

what languages will I post about?

Languages I speak/ am currently learning:

♡ English (Native/ C2)

Posts will be tagged #english and/or #english resources

♡ Castilian Spanish (intermediate to advanced/ B2 -> C1)

Posts will be tagged #castellano and/or #recursos castellano

Please note: I refer to the language as Castilian/ castellano instead of Spanish/ español out of respect for the co-official languages of Spain and also to recognise the language’s divergence from its Latin American variants

♡ German (Beginner/ A2)

Posts will be tagged #deutsch and/or #deutsche Ressourcen

⭒ I will make posts expanding on my background with each language soon ⭒

Languages I hope to start studying soon:

♡ Scottish Gaelic

I intend to begin independent study of Gàidhlig in September - October 2024 and I’m so excited!

♡ Russian

My friend and I are going to begin buddy learning Russian in March 2025 and I can’t wait!

♡ Catalan

I’m so excited to learn Catalan but, given its similarities with Spanish, I don’t want to confuse myself. So I intend to start learning it when I have finished my degree in May 2027!

⭒ If you have any questions or advice for me based on these languages, please don’t hesitate to drop me an ask or a message ⭒

Other languages I’m interested in (warning: there’s a lot):

♡ Irish, Welsh, Scots, Cornish, Manx, Greek, Danish, Finnish, Norwegian, Swedish, Icelandic, Dutch, Italian (especially Sicilian), Cherokee, Navajo, Guarani, Xhosa, Afrikaans, Korean, Yiddish, Hebrew, Bengali, Basque, French, Monegasque, Portuguese, Arabic, Ladino, Old/ Middle English, Hawaiian, Cantonese

What are my other passions?

♡ Books and poetry (I have a book blog @phireads if you’re interested)

♡ Writing

♡ Fibre arts (mainly knitting, crochet and sewing - though I really want to try embroidery and beading)

♡ Baking

♡ Reading

♡ Language conservation

♡ Wildlife (especially British, especially birds)

♡ Period Dramas

♡ History (with a focus on fashion history)

♡ Classics (as in Greco-Roman, my study buddy is a marble bust of the Greek poet, Homer, who is the namesake of this blog)

⭒ That’s all for now, I’ll be regularly posting study content at the end of September with the start of the academic year. So excited to meet you all! ⭒

[vamp-screams]

LANGBLR INTRO

Hi, I'm Escher! I'm a Scottish trans man who loves reading, vampires (as per the autism special interest) and dungeons and dragons. I'm fairly new to language tumblr but I want to be more active in learning!!

Languages:

English (native language)

French (intermediate, conversational)

Romanian (beginner!)

Want to learn:

Scottish Gaelic (to help feel more connected to my culture)

Spanish

Latin

To be added to tbh

Feel free to follow (I follow back from @dinwarden ) if you are learning any of my languages or are in the language learning community!

[orangezeppelin]

Just a quick update video since I feel like it's been a wee bit, today I'm sharing a timelapse of my digital coloring process (I have no damn idea what I'm doing). I have a new tablet with IBISPaint preinstalled* and it includes the feature of making a timelapse video. It will be fun to make digital art content for my channel since that hasn't been easy in the past.

I also did a major overhaul of the artcave, and I'm planning a video showing off the changes once I get some more things hung. I also want to paint some new art to hang.

Another major change is that I just had my last day at the wildlife clinic after 6 very fun years. As much as I enjoyed cleaning poop and being bit by opossums and doing ungodly amounts of laundry (I'm not really selling the experience, am I?) I need to have at least one day of the week to do NOTHING. Because I forgot how to take days off.

Something I didn't touch on in the video was that I want to jump back into studying Gaelic, and start making Gaelic videos and zines. I'm a beginner so I might need to defer to native/advanced speakers on things, but Gaelic is cool so it is all worth the struggle of understanding the grammar.

*IBISPaint can be used for free, and there are some extra things you can unlock by watching an ad (or doing what I do and closing your eyes and counting to 20. The Ads will not win! There is also a paid version of the app which seems reasonably priced. I'm sticking to the free version for now.

[languagehealing]

50 Beginner Scottish Gaelic Words

Pink – Pinc

Red – Dearg

Orange – Orainds

Yellow – Buidhe

Green – Uaine

Blue – Gorm

Purple – Còrcair

Brown – Donn

Black – Dubh

Gray – Glas

White – Geal

1 – Aon

2 – Dhà

3 – Trì

4 – Ceithir

5 – Còig

6 – Sia

7 – Seachd

8 – Ochd

9 – Naoi

10 – Deich

Head – Ceann

Hair – Falt

Eye – Sùil

Ear - Cluas

Nose – Sròn

Mouth – Beul

Arm - Gàirdean

Leg - Cas

Hand - Làmh

Foot - Cas

Mother – Màthair

Father – Athair

Child - Pàisde

Daughter – Nighean

Son - Mac

Sister - Piuthar

Brother – Bràthair

Grandma – Seanmhair

Grandpa – Seanair

Aunt – Antaidh

Uncle – Uncail

Clothes – Aodach

Shirt – Lèine

Pants – Briogais

Shoe – Bròg

Water - Uisge

Bread - Aran

Cat - Cat

Dog - Cù

[saiph0]

hi hi! what first inspired you to start conlaning? what are some tips you would give to beginners? this is not a call for help what LOL wdym /j/j/j

LOL hi!! thanks for the ask :)

oh boy this'll be a long one, sorry in advance,,,

If anyone has any other tips please feel free to add on!

So I think what inspired me to start conlanging was the dream I had several years ago that started the world of Amatɔqa. In the dream the citizens of the hidden city spoke their own language, though I couldn't recall what was a part of it, so at first I only made up a few words and phrases that are now obsolete.

Another thing that really inspired me to actually get serious about conlanging was the sounds of different natural languages that I found super fun to hear/say.

For example: the "x" sound in the Mandarin word "xièxie"; The sound of Russian; the throaty "kh" or "ch" sound (equivalent of [x] in ipa) of Arabic and Scottish Gaelic; and the list goes on!

As for tips for beginners, man that's a bit of a tough one! It'll depend on what the best-feeling approach would be for you! I'll give some ideas I have though:

The international phonetic alphabet has been my best friend!

If your first language is English, especially American English, you can start out small with this wikipedia article on the ipa sounds we have in English. It was really helpful for me because of how overwhelming the full ipa chart looked to me in the beginning

There's this youtube channel: Glossika Phonics that has a lot of videos on examples of the different sounds in the ipa. It's not always perfect but very helpful for tongue and mouth positioning!

There are some sites that have ipa readers in which you can test out different sounds.

There are also sites with interactive ipa charts that have sound clips of each

Other Tips!

If you like having book resources, I definitely recommend "The Art of Language Invention" by the one and only David J. Peterson. It has so much info on breaking down languages; sounds; grammar; writing systems; and all of that good stuff!

If you really wanna jump into using that conlang and constructing sentences, focus on grammar! I tend to focus on tenses and word order in the beginning because that's the hardest part. Once I figure out grammar, I can make more vocab and just jump into creating sentences!

Experiment experiment experiment! Mess around with putting different sounds you like together and try to figure out which combinations you want to exclude from the language; make random symbols, look at r/neography on reddit for really cool stuff; you can always change stuff later

Definitely look at other natural languages for inspo! What sounds good? What similarities/differences do they have with your first language?

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Oh god I think i could ramble on forever but I hope this was at least a somewhat helpful start! I'm super open to chatting further if you have anymore questions or just want to share what you've made so far :)

[maevefinnartist]

Would you recommend Morgan Daimler's books on Gaelic paganism? Are they considered reliable resources? No shade at her or anything, I'm just a beginner to the field :)

sorry I just saw this!! yes and no. she knows her shit. her translation of Cath Maige Tuiread is my favorite because she doesn't shy away from any unpalatable or difficult-to-translate material. for example Elizabeth Gray's translation misses entire passages that were considered unimportant, grotesque, or nonsensical but Daimler gives you the whoooole deal and I LOVE that. her Pagan Portals series is...eh. none of the material is incorrect, but the vibes are off. she's definitely guilty of that Irish American attitude of over-romanticising Ireland in a gross way, and she & Lora O'Brien are best buddies and promote a very cultlike atmosphere in their Facebook group ("do it my way or you're doing it wrong, if you disagree with me you're a bad pagan and also kicked out of our circle and also all my followers will cyberbully you, if you don't buy books and ritual tools from our personal friends you're a bad witch", stuff like that). as long as you're capable of using critical thinking, I recommend hers (and Lora's) books.

[studyscrasic]

Hello and welcome! My name is Nate (he/they, and generally fond of masculine pronouns in gendered languages).

I'm 28, a native English speaker (from the USA), and currently back in school working on finishing my bachelor's degree.

As far as languages go, I study Norwegian (B1), German (A2), Scottish Gaelic (A2), Irish (A1), and Yiddish (very beginner)

My main areas of study are biology, the history of science, and science communication. Some of my favorite areas of science/biology include ecology, evolutionary biology, and paleontology, and some of my favorite historical topics include the European medieval & Renaissance era (especially medieval & Renaissance science), transgender history, and the intersection of superstition/folklore and society during eras like the witch trials.

I work in the special collections of my university library, in particular in our LGBTQ+ history collection and historical medical library. I've also done a lot of museum and herbarium work in the past, both in exhibits & collections

My non-academic or language-related hobbies include playing viola, geocaching, cosplay and historical costuming, writing fanfiction, and foraging!

[anarchotolkienist]

I don't know how asking asks work, so please forgive me if I've already made this ask.

1. What dialect of Gàidhlig are you learning on DuoLingo?

2. Do you have any resources for Gàidhlig you recommend for people trying to learn the language?

3. Are there any good university level programs worth attending to learn Gàidhlig?

I hope to move back to Scotland in the future and want to help preserve the culture of my spouse and our kids that white supremacy stole from my family. Any additional resources are always helpful!

No bother at all!

1. Is this the passive you or the singular you? I myself am not learning any dialect at all on Duolingo because I was already fluent when it came out, but wrt grammar Duolingo teaches you the standard mid-minch, which is mostly used by the various Gaelic churches these days, and for pronounciation they give you a good cross-section of ages and islands. You will have some examples of native speakers from all the islands, North to South, that is to say, all dialects that are relatively lively today. In other words, no mainland speakers, if those are the dialects you yourself are interested in. However, learning the grammatical standard and island dialects will be useful to you even if this is what you're interested in - it's much easier to modulate from the standard than it is to scratch learn a specific dialect.

2. Depends on where you are in the world and in Scotland! But I'm assuming you're not in the country, based on the moving back comment, and if so I'd recommend the resources from SpeakGaelic (a podcast, tv programme and lesson plan) - the A series is aimed at early learners and is much better for explaining grammar than Duolingo is. I'd also recommend getting in touch with some class or course, to have someone to try speaking to and to correct you if you're wrong, so you don't accidentally naturalise a mistake in your own Gaelic. Shoot me a DM or another ask with where you are based and I'll see if I have some specific recommendations if you want :)

3. Well, I'm very biased but I think the University of Glasgow has a very good beginners course, which is the one that I did myself. They also have Bliadhna Bhogaidh, a year-long intensive for intermediate speakers that's not part of a programme, so you don't need to committ to a four-year programme, and a large and very active Gaelic society, the Comunn Oiseannach. Other than that, the Gaelic collage on Skye might be worth attending, depending on your level and what you feel you need, but that will depend on the year.

[javasquats]

Pinned Post :-)

Hi, I’m Toby. I have deleted my 2016-2018 blog and started again with a clean slate. Art blog is @javasquats-art. Spirituality blog is @veneration-of-truth.

Expect posts about:

Linguistics

The comics medium and storytelling generally

Gender abolition and rebooted bioessentialism

Science communication and media literacy

Beloved stories such as better call saul, the penumbra podcast, the adventure zone, ACD Sherlock Holmes, cyrano de bergerac, Star Wars (in a Disney critical way), X-men (movies), skulduggery pleasant, pjo, good omens, dragon prince etc etc

Aromanticism, queerness beyond romantic frameworks

Philosophizing (qualifications: my brain, eyeballs, and ear holes)

Languages I’m learning:

Swedish: 4 years

Swahili: took college classes for 1 academic year, I’m trying to continue independent learning. Defo beginner level

Mandarin: took 2 years in high school, promptly forgot most of it. My skills are so stale

(I’m aspiring to learn Arabic or Scottish Gaelic one day)

PLS hit me up if you want to be language buddies I’ve deleted duolingo and I need to learn by using

Ok that’s it for now byeeeeeee

[clavicula-ovis]

     » » @sinfvlwishs dares to ask; ❝ 💭 THOUGHT BALLOON — what is your oc's MBTI, enneagram, and/or other personality aspects (if known/interested in)? 🎻 VIOLIN — does your oc play any instruments? what is their skill level(beginner/intermediate/advanced/virtuoso/etc)? 🩸 DROP OF BLOOD — what is your oc's blood type? 💛 YELLOW HEART — how many languages does your oc speak? what language(s) are they learning, if any? 🎂 BIRTHDAY CAKE — when is your oc's birthday? how old are they? what are their sun, moon, & rising signs (if known)? what about their tarot card, ruling planet, & ruling number (if known)? do they fit the typical traits of these sun, moon, & rising signs? ( for xavier cuz i noticed u mentioned getting some for ur ocs too 👀 ) ❞

     From Curious Minds Inquiring

   » What is your oc's MBTI, enneagram, and/or other personality aspects (if known/interested in)? — Xavier in his current state would be an ENFJ-T type on the MBTI charts; he used to be more Introverted, but as he opened up more and mingled with the demons of the Devildom, he became more Extroverted (but still enjoys Introversion now and again.) For Enneagram, he scores most highly as 2, The Helper, but he also scores highly as 3, The Achiever, and 1, The Reformer. (I do not know other tests, so unfortunately these are all I have, sorry!)

   » Does your oc play any instruments? What is their skill level(beginner/intermediate/advanced/virtuoso/etc)? — Even though he likes to use his hands a lot, he struggles with playing instruments. His hands are a little too small for most instruments, and while he has an ear for music, he's very bad at actually translating it into playing something. (Strangely, whenever he idly plays piano, the slow notes he does play are melodic and pleasant to hear, like waltzes. But he'll immediately get flustered and stop if you speak up.)

   » What is your oc's blood type? — Xavier's blood type is AB! There have been some jokes that this is "too coincidental," but he just rolls with it.

   » How many languages does your oc speak? What language(s) are they learning, if any? — Before the Devildom, he only spoke English natively, and intermediate-level Japanese. Now he's got a grasp on Japanese, Finnish, Gaelic, and the ancient Demon's Tongue (alongside knowing how to fluently write Devildom Script.)

   » When is your oc's birthday? How old are they? — Xavier's birthday falls on March 10th, and upon arriving in the Devildom he was 26. However, after succeeding in crafting the mythical Elixir of Eternity, Xavier's age becomes unknown from that point on, though he visibly appears to be stuck at late twenties to early thirties in human years.

   » What are their sun, moon, & rising signs (if known)? — His Sun is Pisces, while his Moon is Cancer, and his Rising Sign is Aquarius!

   » What about their tarot card, ruling planet, & ruling number (if known)? — If Xavier had any tarot card, he would be The Star, a force of positivity and endurance, but also of self-doubt and fear. As for his ruling planet, his would be Neptune due to his star sign of Pisces. As for his ruling number, 3 has always been associated with him in some form or fashion.

   » Do they fit the typical traits of these sun, moon, & rising signs? — For the most part! Though he isn't quite as stubborn as Rising Star Aquarius is often thought to be, and is far more on the empathetic side of his two other signs — for better or for worse.

[urbansportsequipment]

GAA Sports Equipment: Gear Up for Gaelic Games

The Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) is at the heart of Ireland's rich sporting heritage, promoting traditional games like Gaelic football, hurling, and camogie. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, having the right equipment is crucial for performance, safety, and enjoyment. Here’s a guide to essential GAA sports equipment for players of all levels.

1. Football and Hurling Balls: The Game’s Core

The quality of the ball plays a vital role in both Gaelic football and hurling. GAA-approved footballs are specifically designed for durability and grip, ensuring they withstand intense matches. Similarly, hurling balls, or sliotars, are crafted to deliver excellent flight and control, critical for skillful gameplay.

Tips for Selection:

Opt for size 4 for youth and size 5 for adults in Gaelic football.

Choose sliotars with strong leather casing and PU core for durability.

2. Hurley Sticks: Precision and Tradition

The hurley, or camán, is the most iconic piece of equipment in hurling and camogie. Made traditionally from ash wood, modern hurleys may also incorporate composite materials for added strength. Selecting the right size is essential to ensure comfort and precision.

Sizing Guide:

Stand the hurley vertically beside your leg; the top should align with your hip bone.

Lightweight models are ideal for beginners, while seasoned players may prefer heavier sticks for power.

3. Helmets: Safety First

Helmets are mandatory in hurling and camogie to protect players from high-speed sliotars and hurleys. A good helmet combines comfort, visibility, and safety, with a sturdy faceguard to shield the face from impacts.

Top Features to Look For:

GAA-certified models.

Adjustable straps for a secure fit.

Lightweight yet durable materials.

4. Protective Gear: Stay Safe on the Field

The fast-paced and physical nature of GAA games demands proper protective equipment. Shin guards, gum shields, and gloves are essential to prevent injuries during intense matches.

Recommendations:

Opt for flexible shin guards that don’t hinder movement.

Choose gloves with grip-enhancing material for secure handling of the ball or hurley.

Use high-quality gum shields to protect teeth and jaws.

5. Clothing and Footwear: Play in Comfort

Proper jerseys, shorts, and socks designed for GAA sports enhance comfort and mobility. Pair them with studded boots for firm grip and stability on grassy pitches, ensuring optimal performance.

Key Considerations:

Look for breathable, moisture-wicking fabrics.

Choose footwear with strong soles and studs for outdoor play.

Conclusion

GAA Sports Equipment are more than just games; they’re a celebration of Irish culture and community. Investing in the right equipment not only boosts your performance but also ensures safety and enjoyment on the field. Whether you're gearing up for Gaelic football, hurling, or camogie, having quality gear is the first step toward a successful and fulfilling season.

So, grab your hurley, strap on your helmet, and let the spirit of the GAA guide you to greatness!