gaelic

• Относящийся к гойдельским языкам (ирландский, шотландский гэльский, мэнский) или культурам кельтских народов, говорящих на них.

Relating to the Goidelic languages (Irish, Scottish Gaelic, Manx) or the cultures of the Celtic peoples who speak them.

1. Relating to the Gaelic language groupB1formalbritish

   Of or pertaining to the group of Celtic languages spoken in Ireland, Scotland, and the Isle of Man, including Irish Gaelic and Scottish Gaelic.

   Относящийся к гэльской языковой группе

   • She is studying Gaelic literature at university.
   • The Gaelic language has a rich oral tradition.
   • Many place names in Scotland have Gaelic origins.
   • He gave a lecture on Gaelic phonetics.

   Synonymsgoidelic

2. Relating to the Celtic people and cultureB2formalbritish

   Characteristic of the ancient Celts or their modern descendants, especially those of Ireland and Scotland.

   Гэльский

   • Gaelic music is known for its haunting melodies.
   • The festival celebrates Gaelic traditions and folklore.
   • He wore a kilt to show his Gaelic heritage.
   • Gaelic sports like hurling are popular in Ireland.

   Synonymscelticgoidelic

• Имя собственное, относящееся к любому из нескольких родственных языков кельтов в Ирландии и Шотландии.

A proper noun referring to any of several related languages of the Celts in Ireland and Scotland.

uncountable · proper noun

1. Celtic language groupB2formal

   A group of related Celtic languages spoken primarily in Ireland and Scotland, including Irish Gaelic and Scottish Gaelic.

   Группа кельтских языков

   • She is learning Gaelic to connect with her heritage.
   • Gaelic is still spoken in some rural parts of Scotland.
   • The Irish government promotes the use of Gaelic in schools.

   Synonymsgoidelic