Todays word was fireplace, and
there' no Manxer a fireplace than a chiollagh.
(𝑐ℎ𝑜𝑙-𝑎𝑘ℎ)
And a good day it is to warm your legs by one. The act
of which is a known as brabbag (𝑏𝑟𝑎𝑣-𝑢𝑔)
#manxgaelic #manxculture #untranslatablewords
#choillagh #brabbag #fireplace #gaelg #drawcember
#isleofman
From inventing words to borrowing just one from Gaelic (gilbogus!), the Island’s clergy weren’t just translating—they were innovating.
A reminder that #ManxCulture is more than horsepower—it’s brainpower too. Read more: doi.org/10.14746/scp...
Individuals and groups wearing RBV medals for the highest award for Manx culture. Trophy of Manannan the sea god and legendary first ruler of the Isle of Man
#Manx cultural heroes.
The winners of the #isleofman's highest award for contributions to #ManxCulture - the #RBV, 2013-2023.
Who are YOU going to nominate to join them in 2024?
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