Dedicated to the Gaelic Language of the Isle of Man
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Learning

We have a range of lessons available online for anyone to access. These lessons range from beginner lessons with Manx phrases you can use in day to day life, through to the advanced lesson where Manx speakers are in conversation.

Toshiaghteyr

Beginner Lessons

These simple lessons are suitable for people with little or no knowledge of Manx Gaelic. Each lesson is themed, and includes a number of very short sound files. The lessons are an excellent resource for people who would like to learn some basic sayings or find out a little more about the language.

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Meanagh

Intermediate Lessons

These lessons are suitable for those who have either completed the beginner's lessons or who have some knowledge of the language. Each lesson includes a sound file of about five minutes long. The accompanying text for the lesson enables the learner to follow the lesson whilst listening to it.

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Advanced Lessons

Suitable for those with a good command of the language these are more personal profiles than lessons. Consisting of dialogue from past and present speakers of Manx Gaelic each profile has examples of fluent spoken Manx.

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Bunneydys

Bunneydys

This is a graded course first translated into Manx by Brian Stowell. The lessons do not come with any grammar points but are an excellent introduction to the spoken language. Lessons 1-37 were recorded a number of years ago and give an excellent flavour of a more traditional pronunciation.

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Dunveryssyn yn Tooder-Folley

Vampire Murders

Intrigue and scandal in Ellan Vannin! This is the first part of a series, which appeared in the Manx papers a few years ago. The text is accompanied by soundfiles and helpful explanations; it is a good resource for intermediate learners. The full book was published by Yn Cheshaght Ghailckagh.

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Yn Eiraght Americaanagh

The American Inheritance

'Yn Eiraght Americaanagh' is a story, presented through dialogue, which is particularly useful for intermediate learners. The original Manx prose is presented side by side with the English translation, and soundfiles accompany the text. This story forms part of the Manx course, 'Coorse Mooar', which is available as a book from shops such as Bridge Bookshop, and provides a comprehensive guide to the language.
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