Language/Scottish-gaelic/Vocabulary/Travel-Related-Phrases
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Travel-Related Phrases
In this lesson, you will learn common travel-related phrases and vocabulary in Scottish Gaelic. You will become familiar with terms and expressions used when asking for directions, booking accommodations, and navigating through transportation hubs.
Aski ng for Directions
Knowing how to ask for directions is an essential skill when traveling. Here are some useful phrases to help you find your way:
- Càit a bheil….? (where is…?)
- An urrainn dhut bhith mothachail orm càit a bheil…? (can you tell me where… is?)
- Dè tha an slighe gu…? (what is the way to…?)
- Tha mi air chall (I am lost)
- Tha mi ag iarraidh pùdar (I am looking for a toilet)
- Tha mi ag iarraidh bùth airson phasgan/bigridh (I am looking for a shop for food/drink)
- An eileamaid seo an taigh-beag bhoirm? (Is this the brown little house?)
Here are some vocabulary words you may need when asking for directions:
| Scottish Gaelic | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| rathad | /ɾ̪ɑ.ɪt̪ʰət̪ʰ/ | road |
| sràid | /s̪̪ɾ̪aːt̪ʰ/ | street |
| taigh-beag | /t̪ʰɛ kʰe.pək̪/ | house |
| sparain | /spaɾ̪an/ | square |
| taigh-ciùil | /t̪ʰɛ kʰyuːʎ/ | music pub |
| ionad-siubhail | /i.u.n̪ˠət̪ʰ ʃi.vəlʲ/ | tourist information center |
Booking Accommodations
When booking accommodations in Scotland Gaelic–speaking area, it is important to have the right vocabulary to ensure that you are getting what you need. Here are some phrases to help you out:
- An urrainn dhut cuir san àireamh dhomh, feumaidh mi taigh-tasgaidh? (Can you give me the number, I need a hostel?)
- Tha mi ag iarraidh teachd-a-steach don lòchran loidhne tràigh. (I want to check-in to the beachfront line.)
- Is toigh leam trìleachadh airson triùir (I would like to book a triple room)
- Cha toil leam smoking (I don't want a smoking room)
Here are some vocabulary words you may need when booking accommodations:
| Scottish Gaelic | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| taigh-tasgaidh | /t̪ʰɛ ˈt̪ʰaːskɛʎ/ | hostel |
| taigh-òsda | /t̪ʰɛ ˈoːst̪ə/ | hotel |
| teachd-a-steach | /t̪ʰɛxə ʃtʲəx/ | check-in |
| teachd-a-mach | /t̪ʰɛxə məx/ | check-out |
| triùir | /tɾiː.uɾʲ/ | triple |
| smoking | /smokin/ | smoking |
If you are traveling to Scotland Gaelic–speaking area, you will most likely need to navigate through transportation hubs such as airports, train stations, and bus stations. Here are some useful phrases to help you out:
- Dè tha am mullach no an àrainneachd leantainneach? (What is the platform or the continuing area?)
- Tha mi ag iarraidh tacaids 's càraichean a fhàgail (I want to get off at the stop)
- Dè an lethbhreac pàipear-ticéid a th' agad? (What is the color of your ticket?)
- Tha mi airson òrdugh a chur air-loidhne (I want to make an online booking)
Here are some vocabulary words you may need to navigate transportation hubs:
| Scottish Gaelic | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| ceann-latha | /kʲɛn̪ˠ l̪ˠəhə/ | date |
| laithean-gaoithe | /ˈl̪ˠa.həŋ ˈkʲiːəh/ | schedule |
| càraichean | /ˈkʰaːɾə.çan/ | stop |
| tacaids | /ˈtʰa.kʲətʲs/ | to get off |
| pàipear-ticéid | /ˈpaːpər tʲi.ˈkeːtʲ/ | ticket |
| inneal-taic-gleidhidh | /iɲl̪ˠ ˈtʰa.kʲək̪ ɡl̪ˠeɣɪ/ | vending machine |
Conclusion
With the phrases and vocabulary words in this lesson, you will be able to communicate effectively and navigate your way around Scotland Gaelic–speaking area with ease. Keep practicing and expanding your vocabulary to gain confidence in speaking Scottish Gaelic when traveling.
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