Accessing a variety of simple Gaelic texts will help you to develop your Gaelic reading skills and understand the language. Which pastimes do you enjoy? Are they mentioned here?
Part ofGaelic (Learners)Reading
Andrew and Isla have gone to their local youth club. They are reading the latest information about a sports competition.
Riaghailtean nan co-fharpaisean
What does Riaghailtean nan co-fharpaisean mean?
Rules of the competitions.
This requires careful reading: riaghailtean - 'rules', nan - 'of the' and co-fharpaisean - 'competitions'.
What is the deadline for handing in the names of the football, shinty and hockey teams?
Before 4.00pm on Monday 17 August.
Notice that 'before 4.00pm' is ro 4.00f and that f, shortened from feasgar, stands for 'pm'.
Where must you wear trainers, according to the rules?
In the sports centre, school hall and on the tennis court.
ionad place or centre
talla hall
raon field or court
raon-cluiche playing field
