Classical and Archaic Irish

An tSean-Ghaeilge agus an Ghaeilge Chlasaiceach

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Understanding older Irish literary forms: Classical Irish (13th-17th century) spelling and grammar conventions, Early Modern Irish verb forms, and archaic constructions found in proverbs and poetry.

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Do-chonnairc (classical) → Chonaic (modern)saw (classical → modern)

Ní bhfuighe bás i n-éagmais duine.No one will die from someone's absence. (proverb)

Is iomdha slí mhaith chun Dé.There are many good ways to God. (classical)

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Regular Verbs - Present TenseA1

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