Scottish Gaelic
Scottish Gaelic (Gàidhlig [ˈkaːlɪkʲ] (listen)), also known as Gaelic, is a Celtic language native to Scotland. It is a member of the Goidelic branch of the Celtic languages, and shares strong similarities with Irish and Manx, the other Goidelic languages.
History[edit | edit source]
Scottish Gaelic, like all modern Celtic languages, has its roots in the Proto-Celtic language. The first Gaelic speakers arrived in Scotland around the 4th or 5th century AD, from Ireland where the language had originated.
Status[edit | edit source]
Scottish Gaelic is a minority language in Scotland, spoken by just over 1% of the population. Despite this, it has a strong presence in the Scottish Highlands and Western Isles, where the majority of speakers reside.
Dialects[edit | edit source]
There are several dialects of Scottish Gaelic, which can be broadly grouped into two categories: Hebridean Gaelic and Mainland Gaelic. Each of these dialects has unique features and vocabulary.
Grammar[edit | edit source]
Scottish Gaelic grammar is complex and shares many features with other Celtic languages. It uses verb-subject-object word order and has a system of initial consonant mutations.
Phonology[edit | edit source]
The phonology of Scottish Gaelic is characterized by a complex system of consonants and a relatively simple system of vowels.
Literature[edit | edit source]
Scottish Gaelic has a rich literary tradition, with notable works including the Book of Deer and the Fenian Cycle.
See also[edit | edit source]
- List of Scottish Gaelic-speaking people
- Scottish Gaelic literature
- Scottish Gaelic phonology
- Scottish Gaelic grammar
References[edit | edit source]
External links[edit | edit source]
- LearnGaelic - A comprehensive resource for learning Scottish Gaelic
- BBC Alba - Scottish Gaelic language television and radio
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