Gaelic: meaning, definitions and examples

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Gaelic

[ ˈɡeɪlɪk ]

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language

Gaelic refers to any of the languages of the Celts in Ireland or Scotland; used by the Celts before the Romans' arrival in Europe.

Synonyms

Celtic language, Celtic tongue

Examples of usage

The Gaelic language is still spoken in parts of Ireland.
She studied Scottish Gaelic in university.

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culture

Relating to the Gaels or their language.

Synonyms

Celtic, Irish, Scottish

Examples of usage

He attended a Gaelic cultural festival.
The Gaelic music was enchanting.

Translations

Translations of the word "Gaelic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 Gaélico

🇮🇳 गेलिक

🇩🇪 Gälisch

🇮🇩 Gaelik

🇺🇦 Гельська

🇵🇱 Gaelicki

🇯🇵 ゲール語

🇫🇷 Gaélique

🇪🇸 Gaélico

🇹🇷 Galce

🇰🇷 게일어

🇸🇦 غيلية

🇨🇿 Gaelský

🇸🇰 Gaelský

🇨🇳 盖尔语

🇸🇮 Gelščina

🇮🇸 Gelíska

🇰🇿 Гэль тілі

🇬🇪 გალური

🇦🇿 Qal dili

🇲🇽 Gaélico

Word origin

The term 'Gaelic' originally referred to the language spoken by the Gaels, an ethnic group originating in Ireland and Scotland. Over time, it became more specifically associated with the Celtic languages spoken in these regions. The preservation of Gaelic languages and cultures has been a significant aspect of Irish and Scottish heritage, with efforts to promote and revitalize these languages ongoing to this day.