19 MAY. 2024 · Fluent Fiction - Irish: A Magical Night: Music and Memories at Coill na Móna Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: https://www.fluentfiction.org/a-magical-night-music-and-memories-at-coill-na-mona/ Story Transcript: Ga: Bhí Aoife agus Cillian ag siúl ar Choill na Móna. En: Aoife and Cillian were walking in Coill na Móna. Ga: Bhí an lá álainn agus bhí an ghrian ag taitneamh go geal. En: The day was beautiful, and the sun was shining brightly. Ga: Bhí radharc iontach acu ar Aillte an Mhothair. En: They had a fantastic view of the Cliffs of Moher. Ga: Bhí an t-aer úr agus glan. En: The air was fresh and clean. Ga: Bhí aoibh mhaith ar Aoife. En: Aoife was in good spirits. Ga: Bhí sí ag tnúth le oíche speisialta. En: She was looking forward to a special evening. Ga: Nuair a shroich siad an baile beag in aice leis na hAillte, chonaic siad teach tábhairne gleoite. En: When they reached the small village near the Cliffs, they saw a cozy pub. Ga: Bhí an teach tábhairne beag ach bhí óráistí na fhuinneoga go hálainn. En: The pub was small but the windows were beautifully decorated with flowers. Ga: Thug an bheirt acu aghaidh ar an doras. En: The two of them headed for the door. Ga: Bhí fliúit, bosca ceoil, agus tíotár ar an bhfalla taobh istigh. En: Inside, on the wall, there were a flute, an accordion, and a guitar. Ga: Nuair a d'oscail siad an doras, bhí an ceol á thógáil go láidir. En: When they opened the door, music was playing loudly. Ga: Bhí ceoltóirí áitiúla ag imirt ceoil traidisiúnta. En: Local musicians were playing traditional music. Ga: Bhí an t-atmaisféar lán de spraí agus athas, pobal an bhaile ag canadh, ag damhsa agus ag gáire. En: The atmosphere was full of fun and joy, with the village community singing, dancing, and laughing. Ga: Bhí siad sásta sa teach tábhairne, ní raibh ábhar buartha orthu in aon chor. En: They were happy in the pub, with no worries at all. Ga: Cuir Aoife ceist ar cheoltóir, "An bhféadfadh mé canadh? En: Aoife asked a musician, "Could I sing?" Ga: "D'fhéach an ceoltóir uirthi agus dúirt sé, "Cinnte, can tú rud agam! En: The musician looked at her and said, "Sure, sing something for me!" Ga: "Thosaigh Aoife ag canadh amhrán dá seanmháthair. En: Aoife started singing a song her grandmother used to sing. Ga: Bhí an slí aici iontach. En: She sang beautifully. Ga: Bhí Cillian sásta í a fheiceáil chomh sona. En: Cillian was happy to see her so joyful. Ga: Bhí an pobal ciúin. En: The crowd was silent. Ga: Bhí meas acu ar Aoife. En: They had great respect for Aoife. Ga: Nuair a chríochnaigh sí, bhí bualadh bos mór uirthi. En: When she finished, there was a huge round of applause for her. Ga: Níor chreid sí an méid moladh a fuair sí. En: She couldn't believe the amount of praise she received. Ga: Bhí áthas agus gliondar uirthi. En: She was filled with happiness and delight. Ga: Dúirt Cillian, "Bhí tú ró-iontach! En: Cillian said, "You were amazing!" Ga: " Chúimnigh siad an oíche sin go deo mar an t-am is fearr a raibh acu le chéile ag Coill na Móna. En: They remembered that night forever as the best time they had together at Coill na Móna. Ga: D'fhág Aoife agus Cillian an teach tábhairne le croíthe lán. En: Aoife and Cillian left the pub with full hearts. Ga: Bhí an lá iontach críochnaithe. En: The wonderful day had come to an end. Ga: Bhí an tseisiún ceoil ar cheann de na hócáidí is deise a raibh acu. En: The music session was one of the nicest events they had experienced. Ga: Bhí an ghrian ag dul faoi agus thosaigh an gealach ag taitneamh ar Aillte an Mhothair. En: The sun was setting and the moon was beginning to shine over the Cliffs of Moher. Ga: Bhí siad ag súil le heachtraí nua a chruthú. En: They looked forward to creating new adventures. Ga: Gach óiche, ní dhéanfaidh siad dearmad ar an oíche sin sa teach tábhairne. En: Every night, they would never forget that night in the pub. Ga: Is maith an scéal é nuair a fhágann tú le cuimhní sona. En: It's a good story when you leave with happy memories. Ga: Sin a rinne Aoife agus Cillian. En: That’s what Aoife and Cillian did. Ga: Bhí siad sásta agus sona, i gcónaí cuimhneamh ar an seisiún ceoil iontach. En: They were happy and content, always remembering the wonderful music session. Ga: Bhíodh cruinniú acu sa teach tábhairne. En: They often met at the pub. Ga: Bíonn deireadh sona ar scéal maith. En: A good story has a happy ending. Ga: Mar sin, d'fhill siad ar an saol laethúil le smaointe dearfacha agus lán d’fheabhas. En: So, they returned to their daily lives with positive thoughts and full of satisfaction. Ga: Gach uair a shiúlann siad ar Choill na Móna, tagann cuimhne ar an oíche speisialta sin. En: Every time they walked in Coill na Móna, the memory of that special night came back to them. Vocabulary Words: - spirits: aoibh - village: baile - decorated: óráistí - window: fhuinneog - inside: taobh istigh - flute: fliúit - accordion: bosca ceoil - guitar: tíotár - atmosphere: atmaisféar - fun: spraoi - joy: áthas - musician: ceoltóir - traditional: traidisiúnta - song: amhrán - happy: sona - delight: gliondar - applause: bualadh bos - praise: moladh - wonderful: iontach - memory: cuimhne - session: seisiún - event: ócáid - setting: ag dul faoi - moon: gealach - adventure: eachtra - shining: ag taitneamh - content: sásta - evening: oíche - respect: meas - positive: dearfacha

18 MAY. 2024 · Fluent Fiction - Irish: A Picnic of Beginnings: Aoife's Memorable Day at the Cliffs Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: https://www.fluentfiction.org/a-picnic-of-beginnings-aoifes-memorable-day-at-the-cliffs/ Story Transcript: Ga: Gach lá, buaileann gaoth na mara leis na hailleacha ard. En: Every day, the sea wind meets the high cliffs. Ga: Thug an ghaoth boladh na farraige go dtí an talamh. En: The wind brought the smell of the sea to the land. Ga: Bhí radharc álainn ann. En: The view was beautiful. Ga: Bhí Aoife, Declan, agus Siobhán ag dul go dtí na hailleacha sin. En: Aoife, Declan, and Siobhán were going to those cliffs. Ga: Bhí siad ag ceiliúradh. En: They were celebrating. Ga: Bhain Aoife céim amach agus bhí siad ag dul ar phicnic. En: Aoife had graduated, and they were going on a picnic. Ga: Bhí an ghrian ag scoilteadh na gcloch. En: The sun was splitting the stones. Ga: Bhí Aoife lán sásta. En: Aoife was very happy. Ga: Uaireanta, bhí sí neirbhíseach faoin todhchaí. En: Sometimes, she was nervous about the future. Ga: Ach inniu, ní raibh sí ag smaoineamh faoi. En: But today, she wasn't thinking about it. Ga: Bhí a céim bainte amach aici. En: She had graduated. Ga: Bhí an ócáid speisialta. En: It was a special occasion. Ga: Shiúil siad ar feadh tamall. En: They walked for a while. Ga: Rug Siobhán ar an gciseán. En: Siobhán was carrying the basket. Ga: Bhí uirthi camáin. En: She had to maneuver it. Ga: Rug Declan ar an blaincéad. En: Declan was carrying the blanket. Ga: Bhí Aoife ag iompar an t-uisce agus na súnna. En: Aoife was carrying the water and the juices. Ga: Bhí na hailleacha ollmhór. En: The cliffs were enormous. Ga: Bhí aoibhinn orthu. En: They were delighted. Ga: Bhí siad ag caint agus ag gáire. En: They were talking and laughing. Ga: Bhí Declan ag insint scéalta grinn. En: Declan was telling funny stories. Ga: Bhí Siobhán ag gáire go hard. En: Siobhán was laughing loudly. Ga: Shroich siad áít álainn le feiceáil ar na hailleacha. En: They reached a beautiful spot on the cliffs. Ga: Leag Declan an blaincéad trasna ar an talamh. En: Declan laid out the blanket on the ground. Ga: Shuigh an clann síos. En: The family sat down. Ga: Thug Siobhán bia amach agus thosaigh siad ag ithe. En: Siobhán took out the food, and they started eating. Ga: Bhí ceapairí agus torthaí acu. En: They had sandwiches and fruits. Ga: Bhí uachtar reoite acu freisin. En: They also had ice cream. Ga: Bhí an grian fós ag taitneamh. En: The sun was still shining. Ga: Le linn an phicnic, d'éist siad leis an gceol na n-éan. En: During the picnic, they listened to the birds' music. Ga: Agus d'amharc siad ar na héin teine ag eitilt. En: And they watched the birds of prey flying. Ga: Bhí an turas go Cliffs of Moher iontach. En: The trip to the Cliffs of Moher was wonderful. Ga: Bhí Aoife ag smaoineamh go bhfuil sí an t-ádh a bheith le Siobhán agus Declan. En: Aoife was thinking that she was very lucky to be with Siobhán and Declan. Ga: Bhí Declan bródúil as Aoife. En: Declan was proud of Aoife. Ga: Dúirt sé léi, "Tá an domhain romhat anois, Aoife. En: He said to her, "The world is now before you, Aoife. Ga: Bíonn tú den scoth. En: You are excellent." Ga: "D'fhéach Aoife amach ar an bhfarraige. En: Aoife looked out at the sea. Ga: Bhí sí ag smaoineamh faoi na deiseanna atá i ndán di. En: She was thinking about the opportunities that lay ahead. Ga: Bhí sí sásta. En: She was happy. Ga: Bhí sí réidh don todhchaí. En: She was ready for the future. Ga: Bhí sí sásta freisin go raibh clann álainn aici. En: She was also happy to have a lovely family. Ga: D'athraigh an saol do Aoife an lá sin. En: Aoife's life changed that day. Ga: Thuig sí go raibh tacaíocht aici. En: She understood that she had support. Ga: Bhí sí réidh le haghaidh an chéad chaibidil eile. En: She was ready for the next chapter. Ga: Bhí an picnic le Declan agus Siobhán speisialta. En: The picnic with Declan and Siobhán was special. Ga: Bhí an ghrian fós ag dul síos agus bhí na hailleacha áille ag taitneamh. En: The sun was still setting, and the beautiful cliffs were shining. Ga: Bhí an saol go deas. En: Life was good. Vocabulary Words: - cliffs: hailleacha - wind: gaoth - sea: mara - view: radharc - celebrating: ceiliúradh - graduated: bhain céim amach - picnic: picnic - sun: ghrian - splitting: scoilteadh - stones: gcloch - nervous: neirbhíseach - future: todhchaí - occasions: ócáid - maneuver: camáin - blanket: blaincéad - enormous: ollmhór - delighted: aoibhinn - laughing: gáire - telling: ag insint - funny stories: scéalta grinn - laid out: Leag - sandwiches: ceapairí - ice cream: uachtar reoite - birds of prey: éin teine - wonderful: iontach - opportunities: deiseanna - support: tacaíocht - chapter: chaibidil - setting: ag dul síos - life: saol

17 MAY. 2024 · Fluent Fiction - Irish: The Mix-Up at Athenry Market: A Tale of Friendship and Laughter Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: https://www.fluentfiction.org/the-mix-up-at-athenry-market-a-tale-of-friendship-and-laughter/ Story Transcript: Ga: Bhí lá breá gréine i mBaile Átha an Rí nuair a chuaigh Siobhán agus Aidan go dtí margadh na cathrach. En: It was a fine sunny day in Athenry when Siobhán and Aidan went to the city market. Ga: Bhí an margadh gnóthach le daoine ag siopadóireacht, ag caint agus ag gáire. En: The market was bustling with people shopping, talking, and laughing. Ga: Bhí túir agus balcóin arda timpeall. En: There were tall towers and balconies around. Ga: Siobhán agus Aidan ag siopadóireacht. En: Siobhán and Aidan were shopping. Ga: Bhí mála mór ag Siobhán agus ceann eile ag Aidan. En: Siobhán had a big bag and Aidan had another. Ga: Bhí siad beirt ag ceannach rudaí le hithe, marbaimúil. En: They were both buying things to eat, like food. Ga: Cheannaigh Siobhán cáis agus arán. En: Siobhán bought cheese and bread. Ga: Cheannaigh Aidan gallúnach ealaíonta. En: Aidan bought artisanal soap. Ga: Bhí siad sásta lena gceannacháin. En: They were happy with their purchases. Ga: Bhí caint agus gáire ann. En: There was chatter and laughter. Ga: Bhí an margadh spleodrach. En: The market was lively. Ga: Bhí siad ag siopadóireacht ar feadh uair an chloig. En: They were shopping for an hour. Ga: Ansin, chuaigh siad abhaile. En: Then, they went home. Ga: Nuair a bhí siad sa bhaile, shuigh Siobhán síos ag an mbord. En: When they were home, Siobhán sat down at the table. Ga: Bhí ocras uirthi. En: She was hungry. Ga: Thosaigh sí ag oscailt a mála. En: She started to open her bag. Ga: Ach! En: But! Ga: Chonaic sí santachán sa mála. En: She saw a soap in the bag. Ga: Cheap sí go raibh sé ait. En: She thought it was strange. Ga: "Gallúnach? En: "Soap? Ga: Cad é seo? En: What is this?" Ga: " dúirt sí. En: she said. Ga: Ag an am céanna, bhí Aidan ina sheomra. En: At the same time, Aidan was in his room. Ga: D'oscail sé a mhála freisin. En: He opened his bag too. Ga: Bhí ionadh air. En: He was surprised. Ga: "Cáis agus arán? En: "Cheese and bread? Ga: Cá bhfuil mo ghallúnach? En: Where is my soap?" Ga: " Chuir sé glao ar Siobhán láithreach. En: He called Siobhán immediately. Ga: "Siobhán, an bhfuil tú ann? En: "Siobhán, are you there?" Ga: " d'fhiafraigh sé. En: he asked. Ga: D'fhreagair Siobhán. En: Siobhán answered. Ga: "Aidan, an bhfuil tú ag magadh? En: "Aidan, are you kidding? Ga: Tá gallúnach agat? En: Do you have soap?" Ga: "Bhí siocair ar Aidan. En: Aidan was startled. Ga: "Sea! En: "Yes! Ga: Tá do cháise agus arán sa mhála atá agam. En: Your cheese and bread are in the bag I have. Ga: Ó, tá brón orm! En: Oh, I'm sorry! Ga: Rinne muid botún. En: We made a mistake. Ga: An féidir linn malartú arís? En: Can we swap again?" Ga: ""Tá, cinnte," a dúirt Siobhán. En: "Yes, certainly," said Siobhán. Ga: Bhuail siad le chéile arís ag an margadh. En: They met again at the market. Ga: Rinne siad gáire faoi. En: They laughed about it. Ga: Ansin, d'athraigh siad na málaí. En: Then, they exchanged the bags. Ga: Bhí siad beirt sásta arís. En: They were both happy again. Ga: D'ith Siobhán a cáis agus arán le huisce. En: Siobhán ate her cheese and bread with water. Ga: Agus ghlan Aidan a lámha leis an ngallúnach nua. En: And Aidan cleaned his hands with the new soap. Ga: Bhí siad sásta agus sona. En: They were happy and content. Ga: Ar ais sa bhaile, d'fhoghlaim siad an ceacht. En: Back home, they learned a lesson. Ga: Bhí siad níos cúramach as sin amach. En: They were more careful from then on. Ga: Ba thús nua dóibh. En: It was a new beginning for them. Ga: Bhí cairdeas níos láidre acu. En: Their friendship grew stronger. Ga: Sin deireadh an scéil anseo i nGaillimh. En: That's the end of the story here in Galway. Vocabulary Words: - fine: breá - sunny: gréine - bustling: gnóthach - towers: túir - balconies: balcóin - shop: siopa - big: mór - buy: ceannaigh - bread: arán - artisanal: ealaíonta - purchases: ceannacháin - chatter: caint - lively: spleodrach - talk: labhair - laugh: gáire - strange: ait - soap: gallúnach - hug: barróg - careful: cúramach - confused: mearbhall - forgot: dearmad - sad: brónach - lesson: ceacht - content: sásta - mistake: botún - hungry: ocras - again: arís - room: seomra - immediately: láithreach - called: ghlaoigh

16 MAY. 2024 · Fluent Fiction - Irish: A Market Day Misadventure: Declan's Ton of Carrots in Galway Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: https://www.fluentfiction.org/a-market-day-misadventure-declans-ton-of-carrots-in-galway/ Story Transcript: Ga: Tá an scéal seo suite i margaidh bríomhar i gcroílár na Gaillimhe. En: This story is set in a lively market in the heart of Galway. Ga: Bhí an lá geal agus te, agus bhí an margadh lán le daoine ag siopadóireacht. En: The day was bright and warm, and the market was full of people shopping. Ga: Bhí Siobhán agus Declan ag siúl ar fud an mhargaidh. En: Siobhán and Declan were walking around the market. Ga: Bhí Declan ag iarraidh léim isteach san ocáid agus Siobhán a dhéanamh bródúil as féin. En: Declan wanted to dive into the event and make Siobhán proud of him. Ga: Siobhán, bean álainn le gruaig rua agus aoibh gháire geal, bhí sí an-sásta. En: Siobhán, a beautiful woman with red hair and a bright smile, was very happy. Ga: Bhí sí ag breathnú ar na torthaí agus glasraí go léir. En: She was looking at all the fruits and vegetables. Ga: Ansin, leag a súile ar charraíod. En: Then, her eyes landed on some carrots. Ga: "Declan, féach ar na cairéid! En: "Declan, look at the carrots! Ga: Tá cuma blasta orthu! En: They look delicious!" Ga: " arsa Siobhán le gáire. En: Siobhán said with a laugh. Ga: Ba bhreá le Declan a bheith fionnuar agus greannmhar. En: Declan loved to be cool and funny. Ga: Shocraigh sé na cairéid a cheannach dá cara. En: He decided to buy the carrots for his friend. Ga: Chuaigh sé suas go dtí an díoltóir le muinín mhór. En: He walked up to the vendor with great confidence. Ga: "Cén praghas ar na cairéid? En: "What's the price of the carrots?" Ga: " a d'fhiafraigh sé le guth trom. En: he asked in a deep voice. Ga: Bhí an díoltóir, fear le culaith ullmhaithe agus caipín beag, ag caint le blas láidir Gaillimheach. En: The vendor, a man in a prepared outfit and a little cap, spoke with a strong Galway accent. Ga: "Bhuel," ar seisean, "Is é euro amháin do bhun, ach tá lascaine againn inniu. En: "Well," said he, "It's one euro for a bunch, but we have a discount today. Ga: Dhá euro do thrí thonna! En: Two euros for three tons!" Ga: "Chuala Declan an focal "tonna" agus cheap sé gur bunch garbh é i nGaeilge an cheantair. En: Declan heard the word "tons" and thought it was local slang for large bunches in the Irish language. Ga: Gan smaoineamh dhó, d'íoc sé dhá euro go bródúil. En: Without thinking twice, he proudly paid two euros. Ga: Thug an díoltóir géarsúile na cairéid go léir go Declan. En: The vendor, with a sharp look, handed Declan all the carrots. Ga: Bhí Siobhán ag gáire agus Declan ag stánadh orthu. En: Siobhán was laughing and Declan was staring at them. Ga: "Declan," arsa Siobhán, "tá an iomarca cairéid ionsaithe. En: "Declan," said Siobhán, "that's too many carrots." Ga: " Thuig sé an meancóg a rinne sé. En: He realized the mistake he had made. Ga: Bhí an margadh ag gáire freisin. En: The market was also laughing. Ga: Thosaigh Declan ag gáire, freisin. En: Declan started laughing too. Ga: D'fhéach sé ar Siobhán agus dúirt, "In áit amháin, fuair mé bealach chun do chroí. En: He looked at Siobhán and said, "In one place, I found a way to your heart. Ga: Agus tá go leor cairéid agat anois le haghaidh saileadh blasta. En: And now you have plenty of carrots for a tasty stew." Ga: "Ar deireadh, comhroinn siad na cairéid le na siopadóirí eile sa mhargadh. En: In the end, they shared the carrots with the other shoppers in the market. Ga: Bhí an t-iomlán i gceart. En: Everything was all right. Ga: Mhothaigh Declan níos diongbháilte agus níos sona. En: Declan felt more determined and happier. Ga: Nuair a d'imigh siad imithe ón margadh, corraigh a lámha, shocraigh siad go raibh eachtraí mar seo a thabharfadh iad níos gaire óna chéile. En: As they left the market, holding hands, they decided that adventures like this would bring them closer together. Vocabulary Words: - lively: bríomhar - heart: croílár - bright: geal - warm: te - fruits: torthaí - vegetables: glasraí - vendor: díoltóir - confidence: muinín - prepared outfit: culaidh ullmhaithe - strong accent: blas láidir - bunch: bun - discount: lascaine - tons: tonna - local slang: bunch garbh - without thinking twice: gan smaoineamh dhó - staring: stánadh - realized: thuig - mistake: meancóg - determined: diongbháilte - happy: sona - adventures: eachtraí - closer: níos gaire - set: suite - event: ocáid - beautiful woman: bean álainn - red hair: gruaig rua - bunches: bundles - price: praghas - mistake: meancóg - shared: comhroinn

15 MAY. 2024 · Fluent Fiction - Irish: Grandma's Spirit: Family's Journey at Cliffs of Moher Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: https://www.fluentfiction.org/grandmas-spirit-familys-journey-at-cliffs-of-moher/ Story Transcript: Ga: I mbrothall na maidine, le gaoith bhog ag séideadh ón Atlantach, chruinnigh Siobhán, Brendan agus Liam ar aillte móra, Aillte an Mhothair. En: In the morning mist, with a gentle breeze blowing from the Atlantic, Siobhán, Brendan, and Liam gathered on the great cliffs, the Cliffs of Moher. Ga: Bhí cuimhne speisialta ag a Mamó anseo. En: Their Grandma had a special memory here. Ga: Bhí sí i ngrá leis an áit iontach seo. En: She was in love with this wonderful place. Ga: "Is iontach an lá é," a dúirt Siobhán, ag breathnú amach ar an bhfarraige mhór. En: "It's a wonderful day," said Siobhán, looking out at the vast sea. Ga: Bhí luaithreach bheag i mbosca adhmaid aici. En: She had a small amount of ashes in a wooden box. Ga: Bhí siad anseo chun mianta Mamó a chomhlíonadh. En: They were here to fulfill Grandma's wishes. Ga: Bhí sin a dúirt sí rogha isteach i ndiaidh a bás. En: That’s what she had asked for after her death. Ga: Agus an bosca idir a lámha crith, shiúil Siobhán go barr na haille. En: With the box trembling in her hands, Siobhán walked to the edge of the cliff. Ga: Lean Brendan agus Liam í go ciúin. En: Brendan and Liam followed her quietly. Ga: Ní raibh gíog as éinne. En: Not a sound was heard. Ga: Bhí meascán de bhrón agus d'áthas orthu. En: They felt a mix of sadness and joy. Ga: Bhí siad brónach go raibh Mamó imithe, ach sásta go raibh siad in ann a mian deiridh a chomhlíonadh. En: They were sad that Grandma was gone but happy to be able to fulfill her final wish. Ga: D'éirigh an ghaoth beagán níos láidre nuair a sheas Siobhán ar an imeall. En: The wind picked up slightly as Siobhán stood at the edge. Ga: "Mamó, táimid anseo ar do shon," a dúirt sí go bog. En: "Grandma, we are here for you," she said softly. Ga: D'oscail sí an bosca go cúramach agus scaoil sí an luaithreach amach. En: She opened the box carefully and released the ashes. Ga: Chuir an ghaoth é thart timpeall orthu, ag dul isteach san fharraige. En: The wind carried them around, spreading them into the sea. Ga: Thóg Brendan a lámh agus chuir sé ar ghualainn Siobhán. En: Brendan placed his hand on Siobhán's shoulder. Ga: Bhí deoir ina shúile. En: There was a tear in his eye. Ga: "Tá sí lena hionúine anois," a dúirt sé go háiciúil. En: "She is with her loved ones now," he said quietly. Ga: Thug Liam barróg di freisin. En: Liam hugged her too. Ga: Bhí siad ann le chéile mar theaghlach, beagnach mar a bhí Mamó á thaispeáint dóibh an bealach. En: They were together as a family, almost as if Grandma was showing them the way. Ga: D'fhan siad ansin go ceann beagán eile, ag faire ar an bhfarraige agus ag smaoineamh ar a Mamó. En: They stayed for a little while longer, watching the sea and thinking about their Grandma. Ga: "Caithfimid teacht anseo arís," a dúirt Liam go tobann. En: "We need to come back here again," Liam said suddenly. Ga: "Ar ócáidí speisialta, mar teaghlaigh. En: "On special occasions, as a family. Ga: Bheadh Mamó sásta sin a chloisteáil. En: Grandma would love to hear that." Ga: "D'aontaigh Siobhán agus Brendan, ag miongháire beagán. En: Siobhán and Brendan agreed, smiling a little. Ga: Bhí a gcuimhne ar Mhamó níos soiléire anois. En: Their memory of Grandma was clearer now. Ga: Bhí sí áthasach lena hintinn scaipthe ar a spota is ansa léi. En: She was happy with her spirit scattered in her favorite spot. Ga: D'fhág siad na haille le croíthe níos éadroime agus le mothú fáisnéise nua. En: They left the cliffs with lighter hearts and a feeling of new understanding. Ga: Bhí a nMamó i gcónaí leo, fiú amháin nuair nach raibh siad in ann í a fheiceáil. En: Their Grandma was always with them, even if they couldn’t see her. Ga: Bhí a chuimhne beo, ar nós an ghaoithe ar an bhfarraige. En: Her memory was alive, like the wind on the sea. Ga: An uair sin, d'fhág siad Aillte an Mhothair, croíthe troma ach teaghlaigh gar. En: At that moment, they left the Cliffs of Moher, heavy-hearted but close-knit as a family. Ga: Agus bhí a fhios acu go raibh Mamó fós ag faire aníos orthu, peirspictíocht nua ar a saol cé go raibh sí imithe. En: And they knew that Grandma was still watching over them, a new perspective on life even though she was gone. Vocabulary Words: - mist: brothall - gentle breeze: gaoith bhog - cliffs: aillte - special memory: cuimhne speisialta - vast sea: bhfarraige mhór - death: bás - wooden box: bosca adhmaid - fulfill: comhlíonadh - trembling: crith - edge: imeall - quietly: go ciúin - sadness: brón - joy: áthas - slightly: beagán - tear: deoir - shoulder: ghualainn - hugged: barróg - stay: d'fhan - clearer: níos soiléire - spirit: hintinn - scattered: scaipthe - feeling: mothú - close-knit: gar - memory: chuimhne - alive: beo - perspective: peirspictíocht - watching over: faire aníos - quietly: go háiciúil - special occasions: ócáidí speisialta - new understanding: fáisnéise nua

14 MAY. 2024 · Fluent Fiction - Irish: The Whistle Wizard and the Cliffs: A Sheepish Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: https://www.fluentfiction.org/the-whistle-wizard-and-the-cliffs-a-sheepish-adventure/ Story Transcript: Ga: Na haillte maorga ag bruach an Atlantaigh, ait a stórálann mistéir agus scéalta ársa. Bhí Seán agus Aoife ag siúl in aice leo. En: On the majestic cliffs by the Atlantic, a place that holds mysteries and ancient stories, Seán and Aoife were walking nearby. Ga: Bhí an ghaoth go bog fós. En: The wind was still soft. Ga: Bhí an ghrian ag soilsiú go geal. En: The sun was shining brightly. Ga: Bhí Seán ina sheasamh ar imeall na haillte. En: Seán was standing at the edge of the cliffs. Ga: Bhí trádáil le Aoife i rith na seachtaine. En: He had been chatting with Aoife during the week. Ga: "Aoife, tá rud éigin speisialta ullamh agam duit," arsa Seán. En: "Aoife, I have something special prepared for you," said Seán. Ga: D’oscail sé a mhála agus thóg sé rílíne amach. En: He opened his bag and took out a tin whistle. Ga: "Táim ag foghlaim an fheadóg stáin," a dúirt sé go bródúil. En: "I am learning to play the tin whistle," he said proudly. Ga: Bhí Aoife ag faire, ag gáire beagán. En: Aoife was watching, laughing a little. Ga: "Ceart go leor, Seán, cas píosa dom!" Bhí a súile lán le fiosracht agus céimín amhrasach. En: "Alright, Seán, play a piece for me!" Her eyes were full of curiosity and a hint of skepticism. Ga: Thosaigh Seán ag séideadh an fheadóg. En: Seán started blowing the whistle. Ga: Bhí an ceol mearbhall, méarbhallach ar dtús, ach ansin d'éirigh sé fíochmhar. En: The music was confused, bewildering at first, but then it became more vigorous. Ga: Ní raibh Seán cinnte cad a bhí sé ag déanamh, ach bhí sé ag súil go n-oibreodh sé. En: Seán wasn’t sure what he was doing, but he hoped it would work. Ga: Go tobann, chuala siad fuaim saoithiúil. En: Suddenly, they heard a strange sound. Ga: "Seán, cad é sin?" arsa Aoife, lena súile móra. En: "Seán, what is that?" asked Aoife, her eyes wide. Ga: Ón bhfuaim ar an fheadóg, tháinig siúd. En: From the sound of the whistle, they emerged. Ga: Bhí scata mór caorach ag teacht ar aghaidh. En: A large flock of sheep was approaching. Ga: Bhí cinníní geal porraí ag cur amach ag gach taobh. En: Little bright-white lambs were popping out on every side. Ga: Lig na caoirigh béic ghlórach astu. En: The sheep let out loud bleats. Ga: "Tá na caoirigh á mealladh againn!" ghlaoigh Aoife agus thosaigh sí ag gáire os ard. En: "The sheep are being drawn to us!" shouted Aoife and she started laughing out loud. Ga: Bhí Seán níos ionadh ná Aoife. En: Seán was more surprised than Aoife. Ga: "Ní raibh mé ag súil leis seo," arsa sé go práinneach. En: "I wasn’t expecting this," he said urgently. Ga: D’fhéach sé timpeall, gan a fhios aige cad a dhéanfadh sé. En: He looked around, not knowing what to do. Ga: Na caoirigh, breá sásta, thosaigh ag timpeallú orthu. En: The sheep, quite content, started surrounding them. Ga: Bhí Aoife ag gáire gan stad. En: Aoife couldn’t stop laughing. Ga: "Seán, is tú an draoi feadóige!" En: "Seán, you’re the whistle wizard!" Ga: Bhí Seán ag séideadh arís, ag iarraidh an ceol a athrú, ach na caoirigh níor éirigh leo imeacht. En: Seán blew again, trying to change the tune, but the sheep didn’t leave. Ga: Bhí siad go léir timpeall orthu, ag béiceadh, ag bogadh timpeall. En: They were all around them, bleating, moving around. Ga: "Táimid gafa," arsa Seán. En: "We’re trapped," said Seán. Ga: Ach d’éirigh sé as an smaoineamh sin. En: But he gave up on that thought. Ga: Thosaigh sé féin ag gáire freisin. En: He began to laugh as well. Ga: "Seo ár n-eachtra speisialta!" En: "This is our special adventure!" Ga: Thóg Aoife an fheadóg stáin ó Seán. En: Aoife took the tin whistle from Seán. Ga: Bhí a aghaidh ag taitneamh le gáire agus áthas. En: Her face was glowing with laughter and joy. Ga: "Lig dúinn fanacht tamall. En: "Let’s stay for a while. Ga: Is laoch na gcaorach tú." En: You are the hero of the sheep." Ga: Ag dul anonn is anall, chaith Seán agus Aoife cuid de mhí seo an tsamhraidh le chéile ar na hailleacha, i measc na gcaorach. En: Going back and forth, Seán and Aoife spent part of that summer together on the cliffs, among the sheep. Ga: Ní raibh siad in ann na caoirigh a fhágáil, ach i ndáiríre, ní raibh orthu. En: They couldn’t leave the sheep, but really, they didn’t have to. Ga: Bhí cairde nua déanta acu, agus bhí an gáire á iomlánú acu. En: They had made new friends, and laughter filled the air. Ga: Bhí an aimsir ag dul i ndéine agus thug siad aghaidh ar baile, ach d'inis siad an scéal faoin laoch caorach go minic ar ais sa bhaile. En: As the weather grew more intense, they headed home, but they often told the story of the sheep hero when back at home. Ga: Agus bítear ag iarraidh ceol a ghabháil ná caithfear ariamh arís mar d'iompar de Seán ar an bhfheadóg stáin i lár na haillte. En: And whenever they tried to capture that music again, it would never be the same as what Seán played on the tin whistle in the middle of the cliffs. Ga: Ar deireadh, bhí Seán sásta lena scéal. En: In the end, Seán was happy with his story. Ga: Bhí Aoife gafa lena spiorad. En: Aoife was captivated by his spirit. Ga: Bhí cairde nua aici, idir fir agus caoirigh. En: She had new friends, both humans and sheep. Ga: Is laoch fiúntach é Seán. En: Seán was truly a worthy hero. Ga: Agus d'fhill siad abhaile, sásta lena eachtra. En: And they returned home, content with their adventure. Vocabulary Words: - majestic: maorga - cliffs: aillte - mysteries: mistéir - brightly: geal - prepared: ullmhaithe - tin whistle: feadóg stáin - proudly: go bródúil - curiosity: fiosracht - skepticism: amhras - bewildering: méarbhall - vigorous: fíochmhar - urgent: práinneach - content: sásta - surrounded: timpeallaithe - trapped: gafa - adventure: eachtra - bleating: ag béiceadh - shepherd: déiríoch - gazing: ag faire - laughing: ag gáire - hero: laoch - flock: scata - transformative: athraitheach - ancient: ársa - radiant: gníomhach - echo: macalla - harmony: cómhaireacht - whisper: cogar - gracefully: go grástúil - fasciated: fasciated

13 MAY. 2024 · Fluent Fiction - Irish: Chasing Selfies: A Bird's Eye View at Cliffs of Moher Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: https://www.fluentfiction.org/chasing-selfies-a-birds-eye-view-at-cliffs-of-moher/ Story Transcript: Ga: Bhí an tráthnóna ag dul i léig, agus bhí dath an óir ar fud na spéire os cionn na hailleacha. En: The evening was fading, and the sky above the cliffs was bathed in golden light. Ga: Bhí Siobhán agus Caoimhe ag siúl thart ar Aillte an Mhothair. En: Siobhán and Caoimhe were walking around the Cliffs of Moher. Ga: Bhí an aimsir go hálainn agus bhí an t-aer lán le boladh an fharraige agus fuaim na dtonnta briste. En: The weather was beautiful, and the air was filled with the scent of the sea and the sound of breaking waves. Ga: "Tá an áit seo dochreidte! En: "This place is incredible!" Ga: " a dúirt Siobhán, a bhí ag féachaint amach ar an radharc. En: said Siobhán, gazing out at the view. Ga: Bhí na haillte arda agus an fharraige thíos rompu. En: The cliffs were high and the sea lay below them. Ga: Bhí na hoileáin bheaga le feiceáil sa bhfad. En: Small islands were visible in the distance. Ga: "Cuirimis cúpla grianghraf! En: "Let's take a few photos!" Ga: " a mhol Caoimhe. En: suggested Caoimhe. Ga: Bhí sí ag iarraidh pictiúir a ghlacadh leis an ngrian ag dul faoi. En: She wanted to capture pictures with the setting sun. Ga: Thóg Siobhán a fón amach agus chuadar ag iarraidh an selfie foirfe a ghlacadh. En: Siobhán took out her phone, and they tried to take the perfect selfie. Ga: Ach, go tobann, tháinig faoileán. En: But suddenly, a seagull appeared. Ga: Bhí an faoileán mór bán le súile gléigeal. En: It was a large white seagull with bright eyes. Ga: Thosaigh sé ag eitilt timpeall orthu agus ag prislíní go h-ard. En: It began to fly around them, screeching loudly. Ga: "Haigh! En: "Hey! Ga: Siar leat! En: Get back!" Ga: " a scread Caoimhe, ag gáire. En: screamed Caoimhe, laughing. Ga: Ach, ní raibh an faoileán ag éirí as. En: But the seagull was not giving up. Ga: Stop sé os cionn an ghrúpa. En: It stopped above the group. Ga: D'éirigh leis greim a fháil ar na criospaí a bhí ag Siobhán sa toirthí. En: It managed to grab the crisps Siobhán had in her bag. Ga: Thosaigh sé ag ithe leo ar an láthair. En: It began eating them right there. Ga: Níor chreid an bheirt cá raibh a gcriospaí. En: The two couldn't believe where their crisps had gone. Ga: "Cé chomh dána atá sé! En: "How cheeky is that!" Ga: " a dúirt Siobhán, ag gáire freisin. En: said Siobhán, also laughing. Ga: Gach uair a chuir siad suas a bhfón arís, bhí an faoileán sa phictiúr. En: Every time they put up their phone again, the seagull was in the picture. Ga: Thrácht siad agus rinne siad triail eile. En: They commented and tried again. Ga: Ach bhí an faoileán ag teacht i gcónaí le briseadh isteach. En: But the seagull kept coming back to interrupt. Ga: Chinn siad suíochán nua a aimsiú. En: They decided to find a new spot. Ga: Shuigh siad síos in áit níos ciúine, agus an faoileán á leanúint acu ó fad. En: They sat down in a quieter place, with the seagull following them from a distance. Ga: Thug Siobhán píosa beirten don éan, agus sa deireadh, sheas sé síos. En: Siobhán gave the bird a piece of cheese, and finally, it calmed down. Ga: Ghlac siad an selfie foirfe ansin, leis an éan díreach taobh in aice leo, ina shníomh lena sciatháin leathana. En: They took the perfect selfie then, with the bird standing right next to them, preening its wide wings. Ga: "É sin féin! En: "That's it!" Ga: " a dúirt Caoimhe gan stop ag gáire. En: said Caoimhe without stopping her laughter. Ga: Bhí an selfie acu, agus bhí scéil an-láidir le hinsint acu ó Aillte an Mhothair. En: They had their selfie, and they had quite a story to tell from the Cliffs of Moher. Ga: Ar a bhealach abhaile, breathnaigh siad ar an selfie agus níor stop siad ag gáire. En: On their way home, they looked at the selfie and couldn't stop laughing. Ga: Bhí siad sásta lena n-eachtraí agus lena n-aíonna neamhspleácha. En: They were happy with their adventures and their unexpected company. Ga: Bhí an faoileán ina chara nua, ag cuimhneamh orthu gach uair a d'fhéach siad ar an selfie sin. En: The seagull had become a new friend, reminding them of their fun every time they looked at that selfie. Vocabulary Words: - En: Ga - evening: tráthnóna - fading: ag dul i léig - cliffs: ailleacha - golden: an óir - weather: aimsir - view: radharc - islands: oileáin - visible: le feiceáil - suggested: mhol - setting: grian ag dul faoi - capture: ghlacadh - screeching: prislíní - grab: greim - believe: creid - cheeky: dána - commented: thrácht - interrupt: briseadh isteach - decided: chinn - spot: suíomh - quieter: ciúine - preening: sníomh - wings: sciatháin - laughter: gáire - story: scéil - adventures: eachtraí - unexpected: neamhspleácha - friend: cara - reminding: cuimhneamh - every time: gach uair

12 MAY. 2024 · Fluent Fiction - Irish: Chase of the Wind-Swept Hat! Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: https://www.fluentfiction.org/chase-of-the-wind-swept-hat/ Story Transcript: Ga: Lá breá grianmhar a bhí ann agus d'éirigh Aoife, Seamus, agus Ciara go moch chun cuairt a thabhairt ar na hAillte Móra. En: It was a beautiful sunny day and Aoife, Seamus, and Ciara got up early to visit the Cliffs of Moher. Ga: Bhí na hAillte seo cáiliúil ar fud an domhain, agus bhíodh eagla ar dhaoine roimh a n-airde agus a gcuma álainn. En: These cliffs were famous worldwide, and people were often in awe of their height and beautiful appearance. Ga: Aoife, cailín áitiúil spórtúil, bhí bródúil as a cuid gruaige rua a bhí ag sileadh sa ghaoth. En: Aoife, a local sporty girl, was proud of her flowing red hair that fluttered in the wind. Ga: Seamus, fear mór le barróg, bhí sé ag caitheamh hata dubh mór – a sheanathair ar tugadh dó é agus a bhí an-luachmhar dó. En: Seamus, a big-hearted man, was wearing a big black hat – a valuable heirloom given to him by his grandfather. Ga: Bhí Ciara, a dheirfiúr óg, ag breathnú amach ar an bhfarraige, agus í ag iarraidh míol mór a fheiceáil. En: Ciara, his young sister, was looking out at the sea, hoping to see a big whale. Ga: Agus iad ag siúl go cúramach cois na haille, ardaigh gaoth tobann agus ghlac sí le hata Sheamuis, ag eitilt leo thar an gcloch. En: As they carefully walked beside the cliffs, a sudden gust of wind lifted Seamus's hat, sending it flying over the edge. Ga: Sheol an ghaoth an hata aniar agus suí sé ar bharr cheann Aoife gan choinne. En: The wind carried the hat westward and it landed on Aoife's head unexpectedly. Ga: "A mhic ó! En: "Oh boy!" Ga: " a scairt Seamus, agus é ag rith ina dhiaidh. En: Seamus shouted, running after it. Ga: Phreab Aoife in airde lena iontas féin agus thosaigh sí ag rith ar aghaidh leis, ag gáire go hard. En: Aoife jumped in surprise and started running ahead with it, laughing loudly. Ga: Bhí an t-ádh leo nár thit siad, mar bhí an cosán cúng agus na gaoithe ag séideadh go láidir. En: Luckily, they didn't fall as the path was narrow and the wind was blowing strongly. Ga: Rith siad ar feadh na haille, ag scoilteadh le gáire. En: They ran along the cliffs, splitting with laughter. Ga: Ciara i ndiaidh an bheirt acu, ag imirt ceoil le haghaidh an rás aisteach seo. En: Ciara, following the couple, played music for this strange race. Ga: Thug Aoife an hata ar ais do Sheamus agus iad ar deireadh tar éis tuirse a bhaint astu agus gach duine acu ag gáire go croíúil. En: Aoife gave Seamus his hat back, and finally, after getting tired, and all of them laughed heartily. Ga: "Seo chugat do sheod luachmhar," arsa Aoife agus sí ag síneadh amach an hata le bheith cairdiúil. En: "Here's your precious treasure," said Aoife, reaching out the hat to be friendly. Ga: "Míle buíochas," a dúirt Seamus, agus é ag cur an hata go cúramach ar ais ar a cheann, "Ach feicfidh mé go gcaillfidh mé mo cheann ach ní mo hata! En: "Thanks a lot," said Seamus, carefully putting the hat back on his head, "But I'll see that I'll lose my head but not my hat!" Ga: "Chuir siad fúthu ansin ar charraig thirim, ag breathnú amach ar an uisce gorm síos faoina gcosa. En: They then sat on a dry rock, looking down at the blue water below their feet. Ga: Bhí sé ina lá deas a bheadh acu le cuimhne, an lá a rinne hata deargóid agus sholáthair sé spraoi agus gáire do chairde i measc na nAillte Móra. En: It was a nice day to remember, the day the hat caused a commotion and provided fun and laughter for friends among the Cliffs of Moher. Vocabulary Words: - path: nós - cliffs: aillte - valuable: luachmhar - gust: barróg - heirloom: sheod - fluttered: sileadh - commotion: úrlaithe - big-hearted: mórchroíoch - whale: míol mór - narrow: cúng - laughter: gáire - precious: luachmhar - unexpectedly: gan choinne - hopping: ag iarraidh - westward: aniar - loudly: go hard - reaching: síneadh - dry: thirim - flowing: ag sileadh - music: ceol - fluttered: sileadh

11 MAY. 2024 · Fluent Fiction - Irish: Mishaps & Magic: A Charming Irish Tale Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: https://www.fluentfiction.org/mishaps-magic-a-charming-irish-tale/ Story Transcript: Ga: Lá breá samhraidh a bhí ann agus bhí an ghrian ag taitneamh os cionn na hÉireann. En: It was a beautiful summer day and the sun was shining over Ireland. Ga: Ag tús an lae sin, bhí Finnegan agus Saoirse ag siúl cois farraige ag na hAillte Móire. En: At the beginning of that day, Finnegan and Saoirse were walking by the sea at the Cliffs of Moher. Ga: Bhí an t-aer úr agus bhí ciúnas timpeall orthu ach amháin don gaothrán a shéid trí na féarthainne. En: The air was fresh and quiet surrounded them except for the gust of wind blowing through the grass. Ga: "Níl mé in ann é a fháil," arsa Saoirse go brónach, ag féachaint timpeall uirthi. En: "I can't find him," said Saoirse sadly, looking around. Ga: Bhí a peata caillte, Séimí an caora, agus bhí imní uirthi dá dheasca. En: Her pet, Séimí the sheep, was lost, and she was worried because of it. Ga: Ní raibh i Finnegan ach cara maith ag iarraidh cabhrú. En: Finnegan was just a good friend trying to help. Ga: "Ná bíodh imní ort, Saoirse. En: "Don't worry, Saoirse. Ga: Gheobhaimid é," ar sé le dóchas. En: We will find him," he said hopefully. Ga: I lár a siúlóide, chonaic Finnegan rud éigin bán agus clúmhach ag in aice le himeall na n-aillte. En: Midway through their walk, Finnegan spotted something white and fluffy by the edge of the cliffs. Ga: "Feic! En: "Look! Ga: Tá Séimí ansin," ghlaodh sé agus rinne sé ruathar i dtreo an radhairc. En: Séimí is there," he shouted and made a dash towards the sight. Ga: Ach, bhí rud éigin as bealach. En: But something was in the way. Ga: Lean Finnegan an caora seo ar feadh na n-aillte, ag léim thar charraigeacha agus ag rith thar féar glas. En: Finnegan followed the sheep across the cliffs, leaping over rocks and running through tall grass. Ga: Gáirí agus screadaíl ab ea an tóir seo, ach ní raibh sé chomh furasta mar a shíl sé. En: Laughter and screams were the pursuit, but it wasn't as easy as he thought. Ga: D'athraigh an caora treo go tobann agus d'fhan Finnegan ar deireadh ina dhiaidh, é anáil ghann. En: The sheep suddenly changed direction and Finnegan lagged behind, catching his breath. Ga: Saoirse, a bhí ar lorg i gcónaí, chuala an chonspóid agus tháinig lena cuidiú. En: Saoirse, who had been searching, heard the commotion and came to help. Ga: Nuair a shroich sí Finnegan, bhí an gáire uirthi. En: When she reached Finnegan, she smiled. Ga: "Ní hé Séimí sin," ar sí go ciúin, "sin Sally an caora ón bhfeirm trasna na gleannta! En: "That's not Séimí," she said quietly, "that's Sally the sheep from the farm across the hills!" Ga: "Stad Finnegan, ar éigean in ann a chreidiúint. En: Barely able to believe it, Finnegan stopped. Ga: Tharraing Saoirse piséog a bhí an-chosúil le Sally as a póca. En: Saoirse pulled out a charm that looked very much like Sally from her pocket. Ga: "Tá Séimí paiseanta faoi na piséoga seo. En: "Séimí is enchanted by these charms." Ga: "Níor chreid Finnegan a chluasa. En: Finnegan couldn't believe his ears. Ga: Shuigh siad síos, traochta tar éis an tóra, agus scaoil Saoirse glaoch caora leis an piséog. En: They sat down, exhausted after the pursuit, and Saoirse released a sheep call with the charm. Ga: Gan mhoill, leis an ngaoth ag iompar a nguth, tháinig Séimí ag rith chucu, cúteil iontach air. En: Without delay, carried by the wind, Séimí came running, looking wonderful. Ga: Ag deireadh an lae, bhí Saoirse, Finnegan, agus an caora Séimí ina seasamh in éineacht ar bharr na nAillte. En: At the end of the day, Saoirse, Finnegan, and the sheep Séimí stood together at the top of the Cliffs. Ga: D'fhoghlaimíodar faoi chairdeas agus mearbhall, agus gáire i measc an chaos. En: They had learned about friendship and confusion, and laughter among the chaos. Ga: Agus mar sin, i measc na n-aillte áille, ba dheas an bealach críochnú an eachtra le hamhrán, gáire, agus cuimhne maith. En: And so, among the beautiful cliffs, it was a nice way to finish the adventure with a song, laughter, and good memories. Vocabulary Words: - beautiful: breá - summer: samhraidh - sun: grian - cliffs: aillte - fresh: úr - quiet: ciúnas - pet: peata - lost: caillte - worried: imní - friend: cara - help: cabhrú - fluffy: clúmhach - dash: ruathar - rock: carrigeach - screams: screadaíl - pursuit: tóir - laughter: gáire - confusion: mearbhall - charm: piséog - enchanted: paiseanta - exhausted: traochta - pursuit: tóir - sheep call: glaoch caora - wonderful: cúteil - chaos: chaos - adventure: eachtra - good memories: cuimhne maith

10 MAY. 2024 · Fluent Fiction - Irish: Kiss of Blarney: Love & Laughter Castled Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: https://www.fluentfiction.org/kiss-of-blarney-love-laughter-castled/ Story Transcript: Ga: Lá breá gréine a bhí ann nuair a shocraigh Liam, Aoife, agus Finn dul ar thuras go Caisleán Blarney. En: It was a lovely sunny day when Liam, Aoife, and Finn decided to go on a trip to Blarney Castle. Ga: Bhí cáil ar an gcloch mhór sin, an Chloch Blarney, a thugann cumas na cainte milise dóibh siúd a phógann í. En: The famous stone, the Blarney Stone, was known to bestow the gift of eloquence on those who kissed it. Ga: Agus iad ag siúl tríd na gairdíní áille, bhí na crainn ag crith le duilliúr glas. En: As they walked through the beautiful gardens, the trees swayed with green leaves. Ga: D'fhéach Liam ar Aoife agus mhothaigh sé preab ina chroí. En: Liam looked at Aoife and felt a jump in his heart. Ga: Bhí sé i ngrá léi le fada, ach ní raibh an misneach aige a ghrá a admháil. En: He had been in love with her for a long time, but he didn't have the courage to confess his love. Ga: Níorbh fhada go raibh an triúr acu ag seasamh os cionn na cloiche cáiliúla. En: Before long, the three of them were standing over the famous stone. Ga: Daoine ó gach cearn den domhan timpeall orthu, ag fanacht lena seans a ghlacadh chun an Chloch Blarney a phógadh. En: People from all over the world surrounded them, waiting for their chance to kiss the Blarney Stone. Ga: "Déanfaidh mé é! En: "I will do it!" Ga: " a dúirt Aoife go dána, agus í ag dul i gceannas ar an scuaine. En: Aoife said boldly, taking charge of the queue. Ga: Bhí sí lán de sceitimíní agus ómós as an nóiméad seo. En: She was full of excitement and anticipation for this moment. Ga: Shleamhnaigh Finn siar beagáinín, gan aird ar bith a thabhairt ar an méid a bhí le tarlú. En: Finn shrugged a little, paying no attention to what was about to happen. Ga: Shocraigh Aoife í féin i dtreo casadh siar os cionn na cloiche agus dúnadh a súile. En: Aoife positioned herself to lean back over the stone and closed her eyes. Ga: Shíl sí go raibh sí ag pógadh na cloiche, ach trí thimpiste phóg sí fear atá ina sheasamh in aice léi, fear nach raibh in ann an caisleán a bhogadh. En: She thought she was kissing the stone, but by accident, she kissed a man standing beside her, a man who couldn't move the castle. Ga: Bhí bearradh mór air agus súile gorma ag gáire, ag labhairt i dteanga aisteach. En: He had a big beard and blue eyes, speaking in a strange language. Ga: "Ó, tá brón orm! En: "Oh, I'm sorry!" Ga: " arsa Aoife le dearg náire, agus í ag casadh ar ais chun a cara Finn a fheiceáil. En: said Aoife, blushing with embarrassment, turning back to see her friend Finn. Ga: D'fhéach Finn ar an eachtra ach níor léirigh sé aon imní. En: Finn looked at the incident but didn't show any concern. Ga: Bhain sé gáire as an staid agus dúirt sé go magúil "Ná bí buartha, Aoife, déanann sé sin dúinn uile. En: He laughed at the situation and humorously said, "Don't worry, Aoife, it's all part of the experience." Ga: "Lean an scéal go tapaidh ar an mbaile, áit a raibh Liam agus Finn ag magadh faoin eachtra. En: The story quickly spread around the town, where Liam and Finn made fun of the incident. Ga: Shuigh Aoife le pléasc náire ach ansin thosaigh sí ag gáire leis. En: Aoife sat with bursting embarrassment but then started laughing with them. Ga: Ina dhiaidh sin, thug Liam comhairle dá chara, Aoife, "Ná bí míshásta, Aoife. En: After that, Liam gave his friend Aoife some advice, "Don't be upset, Aoife. Ga: Tá an scéal greannmhar anois, agus beidh sé níos greannmhaire amach anseo. En: The story is funny now, and it will be even funnier from here on out." Ga: "Ba é deireadh an scéil go raibh gach duine acu sona sásta. En: The end of the story was that they were all happy. Ga: Fuair Aoife an cumas cainte ón gCloch Blarney, ní amháin trí póg a thabhairt di ach trí chuimhneacháin áiféiseach a roinnt lena muintir. En: Aoife gained the gift of eloquence from the Blarney Stone, not only through kissing it but also by sharing embarrassing memories with her family. Ga: Agus d'admhaigh Liam a ghrá do Aoife, ag tógáil misneach ó sheanchas an chloch. En: And Liam confessed his love to Aoife, taking courage from the legend of the stone. Ga: Ón lá sin i leith, nuair a théann daoine go Blarney, cuimhníonn siad ar scéal Aoife agus na cloiche. En: From that day on, when people go to Blarney, they remember Aoife's story with the stone. Ga: Agus i gcónaí, nuair a phógann duine éigin an Chloch Blarney, meabhraíonn siad nach bhfuil a fhios agat riamh céard atá i ndán duit - b'fhéidir fiú cúpla gáire. En: And always, when someone kisses the Blarney Stone, they remember that you never know what's in store for you - perhaps even a few laughs. Vocabulary Words: - lovely: áille - eloquence: cumas na cainte - swayed: crith - confess: a admháil - surrounded: timpeall - boldly: go dána - queue: scuaine - anticipation: sceitimíní - embarrassment: náire - incident: eachtra - concern: imní - advice: comhairle - legend: seanchas - confessed: d'admhaigh - eliquence: cumas cainte