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What's That as Gaeilge: An English-Irish Phrasebook
What's That as Gaeilge: An English-Irish Phrasebook
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What's That as Gaeilge? is a phrasebook that provides Irish equivalents for common English idioms, offering colorful and exciting expressions with cultural, mythological, and philosophical significance. It is ideal for anyone interested in enhancing their spoken Irish skills or making their language more colloquial.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 06 June 2019
Publisher: New Island Books
What's That as Gaeilge? is a fantastic resource for anyone looking to express themselves in Irish with confidence and flair. This phrasebook offers a wealth of colourful and exciting Irish equivalents for the most common idioms in everyday English. With its diverse range of suggestions, many of which have cultural, mythological, and philosophical significance, this book is sure to enhance and enrich your spoken Irish skills. Whether you're preparing for an upcoming oral examination or simply want to add a touch of colloquiality to your written and spoken Irish, this book is ideal for anyone with an interest in the beauty, flavour, and rhythm of the living, modern language.
The Irish equivalents provided in this phrasebook are truly captivating and offer a fresh perspective on familiar English expressions. From the cultural richness of "Tá mo chroí agus tá mo chroí" (Your heart is bigger than mine) to the philosophical depth of "Is é an bun scéal nár éigin?" (Is it a story worth telling?), each suggestion is filled with meaning and adds depth to your Irish vocabulary.
Moreover, this phrasebook is not limited to traditional idioms. It also includes a few emerging expressions from the Gaelscoileanna, the "newspeak" of the Irish language revival movement. These expressions are fresh, modern, and reflective of the dynamic nature of the language. By incorporating these new terms into your vocabulary, you'll not only broaden your Irish language skills but also stay up-to-date with the latest trends in the language.
What's That as Gaeilge? is a must-have for anyone who wants to immerse themselves in the beauty and complexity of the Irish language. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced learner, this phrasebook will provide you with the tools you need to express yourself with confidence and style. So why wait? Start exploring the Irish language today and let What's That as Gaeilge? be your guide on this exciting linguistic journey!
Weight: 300g
Dimension: 198 x 132 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781848407336
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