25 GIU 2024 · Fluent Fiction - Irish: From Software Engineer to Visionary Innovator: Niamh's Bold Leap Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: https://www.fluentfiction.org/from-software-engineer-to-visionary-innovator-niamhs-bold-leap/ Story Transcript: Ga: Niamh stánadh amach fhuinneog mhór na hoifige, an ghrian samhraidh ag soilsiú ar aghaidh. En: Niamh stared out the large office window, the summer sun illuminating her face. Ga: Bhí an atmaisféar athghníomhach. En: The atmosphere was electrifying. Ga: D’aithin sí an meascán de dhíograis agus imní ina croí féin. En: She recognized a mixture of excitement and anxiety within her own heart. Ga: Bhí sí díreach tar éis a post cobhsaí a fhágáil san innealtóireacht bogearraí. En: She had just left her stable job in software engineering. Ga: Seo í, i gclinic gnó i mBaile Átha Cliath, ar tí a aisling a fhíorú. En: Here she was, in a business incubator in Dublin, about to realize her dream. Ga: Bhí an seomra lán le fiontraithe eile. En: The room was full of other entrepreneurs. Ga: Bhí siad ag obair go dian ar a gcuid ríomhairí glúine, ag déanamh briseadh smaointe ar bhilteacha bán. En: They were working intensely on their laptops, brainstorming on whiteboards. Ga: Bhí comrádaíocht ann ach freisin iomaíocht. En: There was camaraderie but also competition. Ga: Tarraingíodh aird ar gach cúinne. En: Every corner drew attention. Ga: Bhí Niamh ag ullmhú chun a smaoineamh nuálach teicneolaíochta a chur chun cinn do chistí na hinfheisteoirí. En: Niamh was preparing to pitch her innovative technology idea to investors. Ga: Tríd an lucht féachana, chonaic sí an taispeántas a bhí le haghaidh a chur i láthair. En: Across the audience, she saw the stage set for her presentation. Ga: Cliceáil sí ar na sleamhnáin dheireanacha ar a ríomhaire. En: She clicked through the final slides on her computer. Ga: "Is í seo an t-am," a dúirt sí léi féin, ag mothú an brú ag méadú. En: “This is the moment,” she told herself, feeling the pressure build. Ga: Bhí sí idir dhá chomhairle. En: She was torn. Ga: An roghnódh sí gnáthpháipéar a sheachadadh? En: Should she deliver a conventional presentation? Ga: Nó an n-úsáidfeadh sí cur i láthair níos dána agus rioscaí? En: Or should she use a bolder and riskier approach? Ga: Bhraith sé go raibh gá le rud éigin speisialta chun an airgead sin a fháil. En: It felt like something special was needed to secure that funding. Ga: Bhí sí cinnte go raibh a fís láidir, ach bhí amhras fos ann. En: She was certain her vision was strong, but doubts still lingered. Ga: Nuair a tháinig a ham le labhairt, seas sí suas. En: When her time came to speak, she stood up. Ga: "Dia daoibh," thosaigh sí go socair. En: "Hello," she began calmly. Ga: "Is mise Niamh, agus tá mé ar bís mo smaoineamh a roinnt libh." En: "My name is Niamh, and I'm excited to share my idea with you." Ga: D'inis sí dóibh faoin gcuideachta nua teicneolaíochta inbhuanaithe atá sí ag iarraidh a chruthú. En: She told them about the new sustainable technology company she wanted to create. Ga: Bhí sí paiseanta faoin bhfuinneamh in-athnuaite. En: She was passionate about renewable energy. Ga: Thug sí an-léargas ar na teicneolaíochtaí is déanaí agus a n-úsáid fheidhmiúil. En: She gave a detailed overview of the latest technologies and their practical applications. Ga: Agus é ag druidim leis an deireadh, d’iarr infheisteoir le aghaidh dín ann cheist chrua air. En: As she neared the end, an investor in the audience asked a tough question. Ga: Bhí ceist ann faoi na costais agus na brabúis féideartha. En: It was about the costs and potential profits. Ga: Bhí sé soiléir go raibh an t-infheisteoir an-amhrasach. En: It was clear the investor was very skeptical. Ga: Bhraitheadh an seomra go hiomlán ciúin. En: The room felt entirely silent. Ga: D’amharc Niamh thart, d’aimsigh sí a misneach. En: Niamh looked around, found her courage. Ga: Dúirt sí go muiníneach, "Feicim go bhfuil éadóchas oraibh. En: She said confidently, “I see you have doubts. Ga: Ach, tá na sonraí seo go léir á mbreathnú againn. En: But we are considering all these details. Ga: Tá eolas agam. En: I have the knowledge. Ga: Tá an taithí agam chun é seo a dhéanamh. En: I have the experience to make this happen. Ga: Tá sé seo pearsanta dom. En: This is personal to me. Ga: Caithfidh mé é a dhéanamh." En: I have to do this. Ga: Mhínigh sí go hiomlán na pleananna, na figiúirí, agus an tiomantas a bhí aici. En: She thoroughly explained the plans, figures, and her commitment. Ga: Tar éis a cuid freagraí, bhí na hinfheisteoirí toilteanach. En: After her responses, the investors were willing. Ga: D’aontaigh siad an maoiniú a sholáthar. En: They agreed to provide the funding. Ga: Bhí Niamh thar a bheith sásta. En: Niamh was overjoyed. Ga: Bhí éacht mór bainte amach aici. En: She had achieved something significant. Ga: D’fhoghlaim sí leanúint lena fíorfhís. En: She learned to follow her true vision. Ga: Bhí muinín nua aice ina féin. En: She had newfound confidence in herself. Ga: Chuaigh sí amach arís faoin ngrian samhraidh, ag mothú bródúil agus athchothromaithe. En: She stepped out again under the summer sun, feeling proud and rejuvenated. Ga: Bhí todhchaí mhaith roimpi anois. En: A bright future awaited her now. Ga: Bhí sí réidh an saol a athrú leis an gcuideachta nua seo. En: She was ready to change the world with this new company. Ga: Mhol sí í féin as bheith dílis di féin. En: She praised herself for staying true to herself. Ga: Ag féachaint amach ar an ardán ina raibh sí, bhí sí cinnte gur leor a diongbháilteacht chun tosaigh a bhaint amach. En: Looking out at the platform she stood on, she was certain that her determination would be enough to achieve success. Vocabulary Words: - illuminating: soilsiú - electrifying: athghníomhach - entrepreneurs: fiontraithe - intensely: go dian - brainstorming: briseadh smaointe - camaraderie: comrádaíocht - competition: iomaíocht - preparing: ag ullmhú - investors: infheisteoirí - presentation: cur i láthair - slides: sleamhnáin - conventional: gnáthpháipéar - bolder: níos dána - approach: cur chuige - vision: fís - doubts: amhras - renewable: in-athnuaite - sustainable: inbhuanaithe - practical: fheidhmiúil - skeptical: amhrasach - silent: ciúin - courage: misneach - confidently: go muiníneach - experience: taithí - commitment: tiomantas - willing: toilteanach - overjoyed: thar a bheith sásta - achieved: bainte amach - rejuvenated: athchothromaithe - determination: diongbháilteacht

24 GIU 2024 · Fluent Fiction - Irish: Healing on the Cliffs: A Journey of Renewal and Connection Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: https://www.fluentfiction.org/healing-on-the-cliffs-a-journey-of-renewal-and-connection/ Story Transcript: Ga: Ar bharr na hailleacha móra, lasmuigh de ghuth na farraige agus an fharraige ag brú i gcoinne na gcarraigeacha, bhí Mairead ag siúl i dtreo an éadóchais. En: On the edge of the great cliffs, amidst the sound of the sea and the waves crashing against the rocks, Mairead was walking towards despair. Ga: Bhí caidreamh fada thart léi agus theastaigh uait béim mhór a thabhairt uirthi féin. En: A long-term relationship had ended for her, and she wanted to focus on herself. Ga: Bhí Mairead ag fanacht sa bhaile beag ar imeall na haille. En: Mairead was staying in a small village on the cliff’s edge. Ga: Bhí sí ag dul ag hike léi féin an lá sin. En: She intended to go hiking alone that day. Ga: Ach, ar maidin shocraigh sí ar rud éigin eile a dhéanamh. En: But, in the morning, she decided to do something else. Ga: Shocraigh sí dul ar thuras treoraithe. En: She opted for a guided tour. Ga: Ar an mbealach, bhuail Mairead le Conor, treoraí áitiúil, a bhí i mbun a chuid treorach. En: On the way, Mairead met Conor, a local guide, who was busy giving his tours. Ga: Thug sé cuairt ar a lán áiteanna i rith a shaoil agus bhí a gach cúinne den bhaile. En: He had visited many places in his life and knew every corner of the village. Ga: Bhí sé cairdiúil agus oscailte, ach bhraith sé go raibh sé aisteach ag caint le strainséirí. En: He was friendly and open, but found it odd to talk to strangers. Ga: Bhí leisce ar Mairead a bheith ag caint le daoine nua, go háirithe tar éis an chaidrimh a réab ar fad. En: Mairead was hesitant to talk to new people, especially after her relationship had completely fallen apart. Ga: Ach thosaigh siad ag comhrá go mall. En: But they began to chat slowly. Ga: Bhí suim aige i mbunphlé leis an dúlra agus an ceantar. En: He had a keen interest in discussing nature and the area. Ga: D’fhiosraigh Conor más rud é go raibh sí sásta suíomhanna rúnda na n-aillte a fheiceáil. En: Conor inquired if she would like to see the secret spots of the cliffs. Ga: Dúradh sé, "Tá áit speisialta agam. En: He said, "I have a special place. Ga: Suíomh ciúin, spéisialta iontach le haghaidh grianghrafadóireachta. En: A quiet, special spot perfect for photography." Ga: " Cé go raibh eagla ar Mhairead roimh an mbagairt arís agus eagla uirthi roimh oscailt suas, ghlac sí leis an gcuireadh. En: Although Mairead was afraid of opening up again and fearful of the threat of pain, she accepted the invitation. Ga: Le linn an turais, thaispeáin Conor aildreachta éagsúla díobh, aileach beag le bláthanna fiáine áille, agus radharc iontach osean. En: During the tour, Conor showed her various formations, a small cliff adorned with beautiful wildflowers, and a magnificent ocean view. Ga: Bhí an fharraige ag dul i dtreo na spéire, agus bhí an spéir líonta le tonntracha oráistí agus corcra. En: The sea stretched towards the horizon, and the sky was filled with waves of orange and purple. Ga: Ag pointe amháin, shuigh siad síos ag am dul faoi gréine. En: At one point, they sat down to watch the sunset. Ga: Bhí an ghrian ag titim go mall. En: The sun was slowly descending. Ga: Bhí an ghrian ag titim go mall, agus thug Conor faoina chroíscéal féin. En: The sun was slowly descending, and Conor shared his own heartfelt story. Ga: Inis sé faoi conas a bhí a cheangal leis an gcuid seo den tír mar oidhreacht ón nGaeilge. En: He spoke about how his connection to this part of the country was a heritage from the Irish language. Ga: Bhí faoiseamh le brath ó chroí Mhairead. En: A sense of relief could be felt emanating from Mairead's heart. Ga: Í, mothú suaimhnis ag dul tríthi, d’fhág roinnt scéala a c(h)roí féin ar Conor. En: She, feeling a sense of calm washing over her, shared some stories of her own heart with Conor. Ga: Bhí eagla uirthi, ach thionlsaigh an bheirt acu banna de bharr na n-oidhreachtaí agus na gcaibidíl dá saol féin. En: She was scared, but the two of them formed a bond from their heritages and the chapters of their own lives. Ga: Ag deireadh na hoíche sin, chinn siad "Tá sé in am dúinn leanúint ar aghaidh ag fiosrú an cheantair. En: At the end of that evening, they decided, "It’s time for us to continue exploring the area. Ga: B’fhéidir go gcasfaimid le chéile arís amárach. En: Maybe we’ll meet again tomorrow." Ga: "Bhí muinín athnuaite ag Mairead iontu féin agus thosaigh sí aithne a chur ar a Croí féin arís. En: Mairead found renewed confidence in herself and began to get reacquainted with her own heart. Ga: D’fhéadfadh sí an deis a thógáil le dul i mbun caidrimh nua agus neart a bhaint aisti. En: She could take the opportunity to form new relationships and draw strength from them. Ga: Chuaigh Conor ag braistint bhí duine ann a thabharfadh ómós don cheantar agus a thuiscint níos doimhne. En: Conor felt he had found someone who would honor the area and understand it more deeply. Ga: Seo mar a thosaigh caidreamh nua ar na hailleacha móra. En: And so, a new relationship began on the high cliffs. Ga: Tosaíonn gach turas le céim amháin, agus anois bhí an chéad chéim glacadh ag Mairead agus Conor. En: Every journey starts with a single step, and now Mairead and Conor had taken that first step. Ga: An grian ag éirí lá eile ag tabhairt dóchas agus féidearthachtaí nua orthu. En: The sun rose again the next day, bringing new hope and possibilities for them. Vocabulary Words: - edge: imeall - cliffs: ailleacha - amidst: lasmuigh - despair: éadóchas - opted: shocruigh - local: áitiúil - hesitant: leisce - formed: thionslaigh - secret: rúnda - threat: bagairt - formations: aildreachta - adorned: maisithe - magnificent: iontach - ocean: osean - descend: titim - heritage: oidhreacht - relief: faoiseamh - emanated: éirithe - calm: suaimhneas - reacquainted: aithne a chur arís - opportunity: deis - exploring: fiosraigh - confidence: muinín - renewed: athnuaite - bond: banna - treoraithe: treoraí - wildflowers: bláthanna fiáine - waves: tonntracha - inherit: oidhreacht - spacious: fairsing

23 GIU 2024 · Fluent Fiction - Irish: The Lost Amulet of Cladach Muirintach: Niall’s Brave Journey Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: https://www.fluentfiction.org/the-lost-amulet-of-cladach-muirintach-nialls-brave-journey/ Story Transcript: Ga: Ag an imeall thiar d'Éirinn, i ngleann cianda darb ainm Cladach Muirintach, bhí aillte arda, uaimheanna ceilte, agus ceantar álainn uafásach. En: At the western edge of Ireland, in a remote valley called Cladach Muirintach, there were tall cliffs, hidden caves, and a magnificently beautiful area. Ga: Bhí boladh na mara agus na bláthanna fiáine san aer. En: The air was filled with the scent of the sea and wildflowers. Ga: Bhí an samhradh ann agus bhí féile lae Meithimh ann freisin. En: It was summer and there was a midsummer festival. Ga: Bhí an aimsir ag athrú. En: The weather was changing. Ga: Bhí na scamaill dorcha ag cruinniú sa spéir. En: Dark clouds were gathering in the sky. Ga: Bhí Niall ag siúl ar chosán garbh cois na gcladach. En: Niall was walking along a rough path by the shore. Ga: Bhí sé diongbháilte rud ar leith a fháil. En: He was determined to find something special. Ga: Bhí seanteach a mhuintire ann agus ceann de na seodanna ba luachmhaire, amulet álainn, a bhí caillte le fada. En: His family's old house was there and one of the most precious jewels, a beautiful amulet, had been lost for a long time. Ga: Bhí Niall spreagtha ag finscéalta a theaghlaigh agus níor theastaigh uaidh éirí as. En: Niall was inspired by his family's legends and he did not want to give up. Ga: Bhí sé ag siúl ar chosa an aille. En: He was walking at the foot of the cliff. Ga: Bhí an rian caol. En: The trail was narrow. Ga: Bhí sé ag breathnú ar aghaidheanna clochacha na n-aillte. En: He was looking at the rocky faces of the cliffs. Ga: Tá sé ar eolas nach é an taobh seo is sábháilte. En: It was known that this side was not the safest. Ga: Ach bhí Niall cróga. En: But Niall was brave. Ga: Bhí sé ag iarraidh leanúint ar aghaidh. En: He wanted to continue. Ga: De réir a chéile, thosaigh sé ag cur báistí. En: Gradually, it started to rain. Ga: Bhí na bóithre ag éirí sleamhain. En: The paths were becoming slippery. Ga: Tá na gaotha ag méadú. En: The winds were increasing. Ga: Bhí imní ar Niall. En: Niall was worried. Ga: Bhí sé aineolach ar an gcríoch, ach bhí sé toilteanach leanúint ar aghaidh. En: He was unfamiliar with the terrain, but he was willing to go on. Ga: Bhí a chroí ag preabadh go tapa. En: His heart was beating fast. Ga: Ar deireadh thiar, tháinig Niall go haitheas i lár na stoirme. En: Finally, Niall came to a halt in the middle of the storm. Ga: Bhí stoirmeacha ag bualadh isteach go fíochmhar in éadan na gcarraigeacha. En: Storms were fiercely crashing against the rocks. Ga: Ach ansin, ag splancach tintreach, chonaic sé é; bealach a bhí beag agus ceilte. En: But then, with a flash of lightning, he saw it; a small hidden path. Ga: Bhí sé faoi na haillte, ag bun an bhalla mhóir cloiche. En: It was under the cliffs, at the bottom of the tall stone wall. Ga: Bhí sé ina amhras ar feadh soicind, ach bhain sé an misneach as a chroí agus shocraigh sé éal sa treo sin. En: He hesitated for a second, but he gathered courage from his heart and decided to go that way. Ga: Thosaigh sé ag slíomhadh go mall síos an bhalla. Bhí sé áirithe ar gach céim. En: He began to carefully climb down the wall, making sure of every step. Ga: Ní fhéadfadh sé a chreidiúint nuair a bhain sé amach an uaimh bheag. En: He could not believe it when he reached the small cave. Ga: Chaith sé solas ar an taobh istigh a bhí fliuch agus dorcha. En: He cast light on the wet and dark interior. Ga: Ar chófra i lár na huaimhe, bhí sé ann - an t-amulet breá, crafted go hálainn. En: On a chest in the middle of the cave, there it was - the beautiful amulet, exquisitely crafted. Ga: Shamhlaigh sé go raibh a sheantuismitheoirí leis. En: He imagined his grandparents with him. Ga: Bhí sé lán de bhród. En: He was filled with pride. Ga: D'fhill sé ar ais go slán óna thuras. En: He safely returned from his journey. Ga: Bhí sé níos muinín agus níos cróga anois. En: He was more confident and braver now. Ga: Thuig sé go raibh sé in ann aon dúshlán a shárú le misneach agus seasmhacht. En: He realized that he could overcome any challenge with courage and perseverance. Ga: Bhí sé ag fáil amach nach raibh feoil a shinsir amú. En: He was discovering that his ancestors' legacy was not in vain. Ga: Bhí sé anois ina chuid den chiorcal neamhbhásach d'fhinscéalta a mhuintire. En: He was now part of the immortal circle of his family's legends. Vocabulary Words: - remote: cianda - cliff: aill - hidden: ceilte - scent: boladh - gathering: ag cruinniú - determined: diongbháilte - precious: luachmhaire - amulet: amulet - inspired: spreagtha - foot: cosa - narrow: caol - rocky: clochacha - gradually: de réir a chéile - slippery: sleamhain - terrain: críoch - beating: preabadh - halt: aitheas - storm: stoirm - fiercely: go fíochmhar - lightning: tintreach - flash: splancach - hesitated: ina amhras - courage: misneach - gathered: bhain - carefully: go mall - chest: cófra - imagined: shamhlaigh - filled: lán - perseverance: seasmhacht - legacy: feoil

22 GIU 2024 · Fluent Fiction - Irish: Journey to Creativity: A Foggy Adventure at the Cliffs of Moher Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: https://www.fluentfiction.org/journey-to-creativity-a-foggy-adventure-at-the-cliffs-of-moher/ Story Transcript: Ga: Bhí sé maidin bhog agus na scamaill ag rince sa spéir. En: It was a mild morning, and the clouds were dancing in the sky. Ga: Bhí Aisling, Liam, agus Cian ag tnúth le turas iontach. En: Aisling, Liam, and Cian were looking forward to an amazing trip. Ga: Bhí na trí chara ar a mbealach chuig Aillte an Mhothair. En: The three friends were on their way to the Cliffs of Moher. Ga: Bhí siad ag lorg inspioráide dá dtionscadal ealaíne nua. En: They were seeking inspiration for their new art project. Ga: "An bhfuil tú réidh? En: "Are you ready?" Ga: " arsa Aisling le gáire. En: Aisling asked with a smile. Ga: "Tá mé réidh! En: "I’m ready!" Ga: " arsa Liam go bródúil. En: Liam said proudly. Ga: "Agus mise," a dúirt Cian go gliondarach. En: "And so am I," Cian said cheerfully. Ga: Shiúil siad feadh na cosáin sléibhe. En: They walked along the mountain paths. Ga: Bhí an gaoth ag séideadh, agus bhí an farraige ag luascadh thíos. En: The wind was blowing, and the sea was swaying below. Ga: Bhí an radharc dochreidte. En: The view was incredible. Ga: Ach go tobann, thosaigh na scamaill ag tiús. En: But suddenly, the clouds started to thicken. Ga: Tháinig ceo trom anuas ar na haillte. En: A heavy fog descended on the cliffs. Ga: Bhí sé deacair an bealach a fheiceáil. En: It was difficult to see the way. Ga: "Tá an ceo róthrom," a dúirt Liam. En: "The fog is too thick," Liam said. Ga: "Cad a dhéanfaimid? En: "What will we do?" Ga: ""Ná bí buartha," arsa Aisling. En: "Don’t worry," Aisling said. Ga: "Gabhaigí liom. En: "Follow me." Ga: " Choinnigh sí a lámh amach agus thionóla siad le chéile. En: She held out her hand and they gathered together. Ga: Bhí an ceo ag méadú, ach lean siad uirthi ag siúl go mall. En: The fog was increasing, but they continued walking slowly. Ga: Bhí cúpla céim eile á ghlacadh acu nuair a chualathas torann aisteach. En: They were taking a few more steps when a strange sound was heard. Ga: "An bhfuil sibh ag cloisteáil é sin? En: "Do you hear that?" Ga: " arsa Cian. En: Cian said. Ga: "D'inis mo sheanmháthair scéal dom faoi seo," a dúirt Aisling le súilíní ar lasadh. En: "My grandmother told me a story about this," Aisling said with eyes shining. Ga: "Tá scéal ann faoi eachtrannaigh a chosnaíonn na haillte. En: "There’s a tale about aliens who guard the cliffs." Ga: ""B'fhéidir go bhfuil ár n-eacht ar tí tosú," arsa Liam go spraíúil. En: "Maybe our adventure is just beginning," Liam said playfully. Ga: Lean siad ar aghaidh, ag lorg radharcanna nua, a thit amach as an gceo. En: They continued, looking for new sights, emerging from the fog. Ga: Leis sin, d’imigh an ceo de réir beag. En: With that, the fog gradually lifted. Ga: Tháinig siad ar thobair beag ag bun na haillte. En: They came upon a small well at the base of the cliffs. Ga: Bhí sé clúdaithe le caonach agus bláthanna fiáine. En: It was covered in moss and wildflowers. Ga: "Seo linn," a dúirt Aisling. En: "Here we are," Aisling said. Ga: "Tá an t-eolas anseo dúinn. En: "The knowledge is here for us." Ga: " Shuigh siad síos, ag féachaint timpeall. En: They sat down, looking around. Ga: Léirigh na trí chara an tobar beag agus phléigh siad a gcuid smaointe. En: The three friends examined the small well and discussed their ideas. Ga: Bhí mothúchán síochánta ann, inspioráid ag glioscarnadh tríd an aer. En: There was a peaceful feeling, with inspiration sparkling in the air. Ga: "Feicfidh muid cad a tharlóidh," arsa Liam go muiníneach. En: "We’ll see what happens," Liam said confidently. Ga: "Ach d’éirigh linn teacht anseo inniu. En: "But we managed to get here today." Ga: "Bhí siad ag dul ar ais ar an mbealach, an ceo ag éirí níos éadroime. En: They were making their way back, the fog becoming lighter. Ga: Ag an deireadh, bhí siad lán d’inspioráid agus smaointe nua. En: In the end, they were full of inspiration and new ideas. Ga: D’fhoghlaim siad gur féidir le turas éiginnte a bheith lán le seoda faoi cheilt. En: They learned that an uncertain journey can be filled with hidden treasures. Ga: Nuair a shroich siad a dtithe, bhí a gcroíthe lán le háthas. En: When they reached their homes, their hearts were full of joy. Ga: Bheadh ealaín álainn á cruthú acu óna dturas chuig Aillte an Mhothair. En: They would create beautiful art from their trip to the Cliffs of Moher. Ga: Críochnaigh siad a dturas lán le brionglóidí nua agus cumais nua. En: They finished their journey filled with new dreams and new abilities. Ga: Tá deireadh leis an scéal. En: The end. Vocabulary Words: - mild: bhog - dancing: ag rince - looking forward to: ag tnúth le - inspiration: inspioráid - paths: cosáin - blowing: séideadh - swaying: luascadh - thicken: tiús - descended: tháinig anuas - fog: ceo - dear: deacair - thicken: méadú - heard: chualathas - strange: aisteach - aliens: eachtrannaigh - tale: scéal - guard: chosnaíonn - emerging: a thit amach - gradually: de réir beag - well: tobair - base: bun - covered: clúdaithe - moss: caonach - discussed: phléigh - sparkling: ag glioscarnadh - uncertain: éiginnte - hidden: faoi cheilt - joy: áthas - create: cruthú - dreams: brionglóidí

21 GIU 2024 · Fluent Fiction - Irish: Market Magic: Finding the Perfect Gift in Galway's Eyre Square Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: https://www.fluentfiction.org/market-magic-finding-the-perfect-gift-in-galways-eyre-square/ Story Transcript: Ga: Bhí gealghrian ag scaladh ar cearnóg Eyre i nGaillimh. En: The bright sun was shining on Eyre Square in Galway. Ga: Bhí an mhargadh lán le dallóga ildaite, bolaithe blasta, agus ceardaithe ag tógáil siamsaíochta dá gcuid earraí. En: The market was full of colorful stalls, delicious smells, and craftsmen proudly showcasing their goods. Ga: Bhí an áit beo beathach le gáire agus ceol. En: The place was alive with laughter and music. Ga: Bhí Aoife agus Cian ag siúl timpeall, ag féachaint ar na ceardaíochtaí lámhdhéanta. En: Aoife and Cian were walking around, looking at the handmade crafts. Ga: Bhí siad ag lorg bronntanas speisialta do lá breithe mháthair Chiain. En: They were searching for a special gift for Cian's mother's birthday. Ga: Bhí sí mar bhallóg ar a gcroíthe agus bhí siad ag iarraidh rud iontach a aimsiú. En: She was dear to their hearts, and they wanted to find something amazing. Ga: "Tá an t-airgead linn, Aoife," arsa Cian le gáire. En: "We have the money, Aoife," Cian said with a smile. Ga: "Ní mór dúinn an bronntanas foirfe a fháil. En: "We must find the perfect gift." Ga: "Thosaigh siad ag siopadóireacht. En: They began shopping. Ga: Chonaic Aoife muga lámhdhéanta. En: Aoife saw a handmade mug. Ga: "Cian, féach ar an seo! En: "Cian, look at this! Ga: Muga álainn é seo. En: This is a beautiful mug. Ga: Ach b'fhéidir nach bhfuil sé speisialta go leor. En: But maybe it's not special enough." Ga: "Bhí céad séidí gréine ag soilsiú ar bhratácha na margaidh. En: The sun's rays were lighting up the market banners. Ga: D'aithin Cian sclábhaí croíthe. En: Cian spotted a heart ornament. Ga: "Aoife, féach ar an bronnta seo! En: "Aoife, look at this gift! Ga: Tá sé lámhdhéanta agus taispeánann sé gairdín beag le bláthanna ag fás. En: It's handmade and shows a small garden with blooming flowers." Ga: "Cé gur cheap Aoife gur aoibhinn an rud é, déan an-dúil aici go mb'fhéidir rud níos fearr a bheith ann. En: Although Aoife thought it was lovely, she felt there might be something better out there. Ga: Rinne siad a n-iarracht i gcónaí. En: They kept searching diligently. Ga: Chuaigh siad ó sheastán go seastán. En: They went from stall to stall. Ga: Nuair a chonaic siad seod beag, cothrom le tantáin, bhí an faidia a ngá leo le fáil acu. En: When they saw a small, delicate necklace, they knew they had found what they needed. Ga: "Seo é," arsa Aoife. En: "This is it," said Aoife. Ga: "Is galánta agus uathúil é seo. En: "It's elegant and unique." Ga: "D'aontaigh Cian. En: Cian agreed. Ga: Bhí an seod foirfe, mearchunrar dorcha corcairdhearg le clocha soilsiúla. En: The necklace was perfect, a dark crimson pendant with sparkling stones. Ga: Chinn siad gurb é seo an bronntanas do mháthair Chiain. En: They decided this would be the gift for Cian's mother. Ga: Cheannaigh siad é, agus mhothaigh siad go raibh an méid a bhí ag teastáil uathu acu. En: They bought it and felt they had found exactly what they needed. Ga: "Tá sí féin féin ag aoibh gháire," dúirt Cian. En: "She'll be smiling herself," Cian said. Ga: D'fhág siad an margadh le gealgháire ar a n-aghaidh agus croíthe lán le pléisiúr. En: They left the market with smiles on their faces and hearts full of joy. Ga: Bhí an lá foirfe dóibh, agus thuig siad nach raibh aon rud níos fearr ná an sármhaitheasa d'athrú an phléisiúir le chéile i cearnóg Eyre i nGaillimh. En: It was a perfect day for them, and they realized there was nothing better than sharing moments of pleasure together in Eyre Square in Galway. Ga: Bhí áthas orthu faoin rud a bhí aimsithe acu agus chuaigh siad abhaile leis an ngrá maracáilte ar a gcroíthe. En: They were happy with what they had found and went home with love embedded in their hearts. Ga: Sin é an scéal faoin bronntanas iontach do mháthair Chiain. En: That is the story of the wonderful gift for Cian's mother. Vocabulary Words: - shining: ag scaladh - market: mhargadh - colorful: ildaite - craftsmen: ceardaithe - showcasing: ag tógáil siamsaíochta - goods: earraí - alive: beo beathach - laughter: gáire - handmade: lámhdhéanta - crafts: ceardaíochtaí - special: speisialta - dear: fallóg - smile: gáire - perfect: foirfe - gift: bronntanas - lighting up: ag soilsiú - banners: bratácha - heart ornament: sclábhaí croíthe - blooming: ag fás - lovely: aoibhinn - elegant: galánta - unique: uathúil - necklace: seod - crimson: corcairdhearg - sparkling: soilsiúla - pendant: mearchunrar - delicate: cothrom le tantáin - joy: pléisiúr - pleasure: sármhaitheasa - embedded: maracáilte

20 GIU 2024 · Fluent Fiction - Irish: Magical Day at the Cliffs: Music, Friendship, and Stunning Views Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: https://www.fluentfiction.org/magical-day-at-the-cliffs-music-friendship-and-stunning-views/ Story Transcript: Ga: Ar maidin grianmhar amháin, bhí Aoife, Conor, agus Siobhán ag siúil ar Bhruach na Bóimhear, taobh le hAillte Mhóthair. En: One sunny morning, Aoife, Conor, and Siobhán were walking along the Cliffs of Moher. Ga: Bhí ceol traidisiúnta le cloisteáil ó gach áit. En: Traditional music could be heard everywhere. Ga: Bhí féile ceoil mhór ar siúl agus bhí an triúr acu ana-sceitimíneach. En: There was a big music festival happening and the three of them were very excited. Ga: Bhí Aoife ag caint le Conor agus Siobhán. En: Aoife was talking to Conor and Siobhán. Ga: "Beidh an ceol ar fheabhas anseo! En: "The music will be great here!" Ga: " arsa sí. En: she said. Ga: "Tá na radharcanna álainn freisin," a dúirt Conor. En: "The views are beautiful too," said Conor. Ga: Thosaigh siad ag éisteacht le grúpa ceoltóirí. En: They started listening to a group of musicians. Ga: Bhí na fidil, an bosca ceoil, agus an bodhrán ag casadh chomh bríomhar san aer úir. En: The fiddle, the accordion, and the bodhrán were playing so lively in the fresh air. Ga: Thaistil Aoife, Conor, agus Siobhán go dtí stallaí bia. En: Aoife, Conor, and Siobhán traveled to food stalls. Ga: Cheannaíodar aran donn le im, fuisce le bláth milis agus anraith prátaí teolaí. En: They bought brown bread with butter, whiskey with honey blossom, and warm potato soup. Ga: Bhí siad an-sásta leis an lá álainn. En: They were very happy with the beautiful day. Ga: Ansin, chuala siad an fógraán faoin gcoirmcheoil mhór ag tarlú san oíche. En: Then, they heard an announcement about a big concert happening that night. Ga: "Beidh an ceol is fearr ag an ócaid speisialta sin," arsa Siobhán. En: "The best music will be at that special event," said Siobhán. Ga: Bhí binse cloiche in aice leo agus shuigh siad síos ag pleanáil an tráthnóna. En: There was a stone bench nearby and they sat down to plan the evening. Ga: "An mbeidh muid in ann dul ann? En: "Will we be able to go?" Ga: " a dúirt Conor. En: asked Conor. Ga: Bhí sé buartha faoi na ticéid. En: He was worried about the tickets. Ga: Chuaigh siad go dtí seanfhear a bhí ag díol ticéid. En: They went to an old man who was selling tickets. Ga: Bhí croí crua ag Aoife agus d’iarr sí, "An bhfuil trí thicéad agat dúinn le do thoil? En: Aoife, feeling nervous, asked, "Do you have three tickets for us, please?" Ga: " D’fheiceál an seanfhear a déanta é, agus dúirt sé, "Tá, ach tá siad teoranta. En: The old man looked at what he had, and said, "Yes, but they are limited." Ga: ""Tabhair dúinn iad, le do thoil," a dúirt Conor. En: "Please give them to us," said Conor. Ga: Bhí seanfhear sásta a gcuid díograise a fheiceáil agus labhair sé "Seo iad na ticéid, bainigí taitneamh as an oíche. En: The old man was happy to see their enthusiasm and said, "Here are the tickets, enjoy the evening." Ga: "Ag an ócáid speisialta, bhí an t-atmaisféar teolaí agus fearr ómósach. En: At the special event, the atmosphere was warm and respectful. Ga: Bhí na soilse lonradh ar na haillte. En: The lights were shining on the cliffs. Ga: Thosaigh an ceol agus bhí corsa leictreach ag dul trí Aoife, Conor, agus Siobhán. En: The music started and an electric vibe ran through Aoife, Conor, and Siobhán. Ga: Bhí an aimsir foirfe, an ceol dochreidte, agus bhí gach duine sásta. En: The weather was perfect, the music incredible, and everyone was happy. Ga: Ag deireadh na hoíche, bhí Aoife, Conor, agus Siobhán tuirseach ach sona sásta. En: By the end of the night, Aoife, Conor, and Siobhán were tired but very happy. Ga: "Is lá iontach a bhí againn," a dúirt Aoife go mall, ag amharc ar na réaltaí os a gcionn. En: "We had a wonderful day," said Aoife softly, looking up at the stars above. Ga: D’aontaigh Conor agus Siobhán. En: Conor and Siobhán agreed. Ga: Bhí cairdeas, ceol, agus áilleacht an nádúir tar éis an lá a dhéanamh foirfe. En: Friendship, music, and the beauty of nature had made the day perfect. Ga: Agus mar sin, ar ais leo abhaile le brionglóidí ina gcodladh. En: And so, they went back home with dreams in their sleep. Ga: Bhí an chuimhne sin i gcroí Aoife, Conor agus Siobhán go deo. En: That memory stayed in the hearts of Aoife, Conor, and Siobhán forever. Ga: Bhí siad ag súil leis an mbliain seo chugainn ag Aillte Mhóthair. En: They were looking forward to next year at the Cliffs of Moher. Vocabulary Words: - sunny: grianmhar - morning: maidin - cliffs: aillte - traditional: traidisiúnta - festival: féile - excited: sceitimíneach - beautiful: álainn - musicians: ceoltóirí - fiddle: fidil - accordion: bosca ceoil - lively: bríomhar - fresh: úir - stalls: stallaí - bread: aran - butter: im - whiskey: fuisce - honey: bláth milis - announcement: fógraán - concert: coirmcheoil - event: ócáid - bench: binse - plan: pleanáil - tickets: ticéid - atmosphere: atmaisféar - respectful: ómósach - electric: leictreach - incredible: dochreidte - tired: tuirseach - wonderful: iontach - friendship: cairdeas

19 GIU 2024 · Fluent Fiction - Irish: Discovering Relics: A Mystical Adventure at the Cliffs of Moher Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: https://www.fluentfiction.org/discovering-relics-a-mystical-adventure-at-the-cliffs-of-moher/ Story Transcript: Ga: Bhí an ghrian ag dul faoi os cionn Aillte an Mhothair. En: The sun was setting over the Cliffs of Moher. Ga: Bhí Aoife, Cillian agus Niamh ar a mbealach thart ar na haillte. En: Aoife, Cillian, and Niamh were on their way around the cliffs. Ga: Thaitin an t-áilleacht leo. En: They enjoyed the beauty. Ga: Bhí an t-aer glan agus an fharraige calma. En: The air was clean and the sea calm. Ga: Stop Aoife ag baile an cnoc beag. En: Aoife stopped at the foot of a small hill. Ga: Bhí sí ag tochailt leis an bata sa talamh. En: She was digging with a stick in the ground. Ga: Go tobann, bhuail sí rud crua. En: Suddenly, she hit something hard. Ga: Bhí rud ann! En: There was something there! Ga: Mhothaigh sí sceitimíní agus eagla. En: She felt excitement and fear. Ga: Thosaigh Cillian agus Niamh ag rith chun Aoife a fheiceáil. En: Cillian and Niamh started running to see Aoife. Ga: "Cad atá ansin, Aoife? En: "What is it, Aoife?" Ga: " a d'fhiafraigh Niamh. En: asked Niamh. Ga: "Nílim cinnte," a fhreagair Aoife. En: "I'm not sure," Aoife replied. Ga: "Ach feicimid. En: "But let's find out." Ga: "Thosaigh siad ag tochailt níos doimhne. En: They started digging deeper. Ga: Fuair siad bosca mór. En: They found a large box. Ga: Bhí sé déanta as miotal agus clúdaithe le líníochtaí aisteacha. En: It was made of metal and covered with strange drawings. Ga: Níor fheiceann siad riamh a leithéid roimhe seo. En: They had never seen anything like it before. Ga: D'oscail Cillian an bosca go cúramach. En: Cillian carefully opened the box. Ga: Bhí seodraí agus scrollaí istigh. En: Inside were jewels and scrolls. Ga: Léigh Niamh scrolla amháin os ard. En: Niamh read one of the scrolls aloud. Ga: Thug sé eolas faoi laochra agus banlaochra na seanchas áitiúil. En: It gave information about the heroes and heroines of the local legends. Ga: Bhí iontas ar na cairde. En: The friends were amazed. Ga: Bhí siad i gcónaí ag fáil scéalta ón seanmháthair Niamh, ach anois bhí fianaise acu. En: They had always heard stories from Niamh's grandmother, but now they had proof. Ga: "Feic, tá sé fíor," a dúirt Aoife. En: "See, it's true," said Aoife. Ga: "Tá na scéalta fíor. En: "The stories are true. Ga: Tharla gach rud. En: Everything happened." Ga: "Chuir sé iontais orthu go léir. En: It surprised them all. Ga: Bhí orthu an relic a chur ar ais. En: They felt they should put the relic back. Ga: Bhraith siad gur chóir dóibh é a fhágáil san áit cheart. En: They believed it should be left in the right place. Ga: Dúnadh an bosca go daingean agus cuireadh ar ais é sa talamh. En: They closed the box tightly and buried it back in the ground. Ga: Sin an uair a thuig siad an tábhacht mhór a bhí leis na scéalta a d'insíodh a seantuismitheoirí. En: That's when they realized the great importance of the stories their grandparents told them. Ga: Bhí siad i mbun rud éigin móra. En: They were part of something big. Ga: Bhí siad ceangailte leis an stair, le na daoine a chuaigh roimhe seo. En: They were connected to history, to the people who came before. Ga: "Caithfimid aire a thabhairt don áit seo," a dúirt Cillian go bródúil. En: "We must take care of this place," said Cillian proudly. Ga: D'fhill siad ar ais sa bhaile, ach bhí siad difriúil. En: They returned home, but they were different. Ga: Bhí a fhios acu go raibh siad i bpáirt le rud éigin níos mó ná iad féin. En: They knew they were part of something larger than themselves. Ga: Fhág an relic ina n-intinn mothúcháin amhail bród agus freagracht. En: The relic left in their minds feelings of pride and responsibility. Ga: Mhair siad lena stair agus lena hoidhreacht le croíthe lán brí. En: They lived with their history and heritage with hearts full of meaning. Ga: Mar sin a bhí an lá nuair a d'aimsigh Aoife an tseoid naofa seo. En: That was the day Aoife discovered the sacred treasure. Ga: Bhain siad taitneamh as a gcuid féiniúlachta, ag fios go raibh siad páirteach i scéalta móra na ndaoine. En: They enjoyed their identity, knowing they were part of the great stories of the people. Ga: Bhí an t-oidhreacht bhródúil ina lámha slána, agus tháinig siad ar ais arís chun aire a thabhairt don áit speisialta sin ar a dtugtaí Aillte an Mhothair. En: The proud heritage was in safe hands, and they returned again to take care of that special place known as the Cliffs of Moher. Ga: Tháinig síocháin ar a n-intinn agus a n-anam. En: Peace came to their minds and souls. Vocabulary Words: - setting: ag dul faoi - cliffs: aillte - beauty: t-áilleacht - digging: tochailt - stick: bata - ground: talamh - excitement: sceitimíní - fear: eagla - hard: crua - deeper: níos doimhne - box: bosca - metal: miotal - drawings: líníochtaí - jewels: seodraí - scrolls: scrollaí - read: léigh - heroes: laochra - heroines: banlaochra - legends: seanchas - proof: fianaise - relic: relic - buried: cuireadh - tight: daingean - important: tábhacht - history: stair - connected: ceangailte - ancestors: daoine a chuaigh roimhe seo - responsibility: freagracht - heritage: oidhreacht - sacred: naofa

18 GIU 2024 · Fluent Fiction - Irish: Magical Moments: A Day in Galway's Colorful Market Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: https://www.fluentfiction.org/magical-moments-a-day-in-galways-colorful-market/ Story Transcript: Ga: Luigh grian lonrach ar spéir ar maidin. En: The bright sun shone in the sky in the morning. Ga: Bhí Aoife agus Cillian ag siúl i margaí ildaite Gaillimh. En: Aoife and Cillian were walking through the colorful markets of Galway. Ga: Bhí an áit lán le boladh blasta agus fuaimeanna bríomhara. En: The place was full of delicious scents and vibrant sounds. Ga: Bhí Aoife bríomhar agus sásta. En: Aoife was lively and happy. Ga: Bhí Cillian ag féachaint timpeall, súile mór aige, ag admháil na rudaí go léir. En: Cillian was looking around, his eyes wide, taking in everything. Ga: Chonaic siad ceardaí ag déanamh seodra álainn. En: They saw an artisan making beautiful jewelry. Ga: "Féach, a Cillian," a dúirt Aoife go sona, "an bosca beag seo le clocha gorma! En: "Look, Cillian," Aoife said happily, "this little box with blue stones!" Ga: " Bhí an bosca an-deas agus bhí dath na farraige air. En: The box was very pretty and the color of the sea. Ga: Thaitin sé le Cillian freisin. En: Cillian liked it too. Ga: Ach bhí rud éigin speisialta eile i dtreóraigh. En: But there was something else special in another direction. Ga: Chonaic siad báicéir le bonnóga milse agus arán breá úr. En: They saw a baker with sweet buns and freshly baked bread. Ga: Fuair Aoife boladh lonrach arán te agus rinne a bolg torann. En: Aoife smelled the enticing scent of warm bread and her stomach rumbled. Ga: "Tabhair dúinn píosa, le do thoil," ar sí go cúirtéal. En: "Give us a piece, please," she said politely. Ga: Bhí an báicéir cairdiúil agus rinne sé gáire. En: The baker was friendly and smiled. Ga: "Seo agaibh," ar sé, agus bhain sé na píosaí plúirín amach dóibh. En: "Here you go," he said, and handed them pieces of bread. Ga: "Go raibh maith agat," arsa Cillian, cogaist na píosa. En: "Thank you," said Cillian, chewing on the piece. Ga: Chomhrá siad mar a shiúl siad timpeall. En: They chatted as they walked around. Ga: Ní raibh deifir orthu. En: They were in no hurry. Ga: Bhí siad ag baint taitnimh as an lá álainn seo. En: They were enjoying this beautiful day. Ga: Bhí ceoltóirí ag seinm ceol traidisiúnta, agus bhí daoine ag damhsa. En: Musicians were playing traditional music, and people were dancing. Ga: Bhí an ceol go hálainn, agus bhog Aoife agus Cillian chomh maith leis. En: The music was lovely, and Aoife and Cillian moved along with it. Ga: Bhí amhrán acu ar a dturas. En: They had a melody in their journey. Ga: Bhí margadh milis lán de phúcaí ildaite, torthaí súileacha agus fíon aon-bhlantach. En: The sweet market was full of colorful candies, juicy fruits, and single-varietal wines. Ga: D'aimsigh siad go leor earraí suimiúla agus thairg an saol imeachtaí beoga timpeall orthu. En: They discovered many interesting items, and life offered lively events around them. Ga: Ach bhí siad ag lorg rud éigin speisialta chun a fháil. En: But they were looking for something special to find. Ga: Ar deireadh, sular fhág siad an margadh, chonaic siad fear le mala draíochta lán le seanleabhair. En: Finally, before they left the market, they saw a man with a magical bag full of old books. Ga: D'oscail Cillian an leabhar agus chonaic sé pictiúr d'éan ildaite ag eitilt. En: Cillian opened a book and saw a picture of a colorful bird flying. Ga: "Seo rud speisialta," ar sé go hiontach, ag féachaint ar Aoife. En: "This is something special," he said, amazed, showing it to Aoife. Ga: "Tabharfaidh mé é seo leat sa bhaile. En: "I'll take this home with me." Ga: "Bhí áthas ar Aoife. En: Aoife was delighted. Ga: Bhí a fhios aici go raibh an lá i nGaillimh speisialta acu. En: She knew the day in Galway was special for them. Ga: Shúigh siad trasna ar a chéile ar an mbus, bolg lán agus croí sásta acu. En: They sat across from each other on the bus, with full stomachs and happy hearts. Ga: Bhí an leabhar ann ina lámha, ag tabhairt cuimhní maith le leanúint acu. En: The book was in their hands, bringing good memories along with them. Ga: Bhí sé tráthnóna álainn, agus bhí an saol taobh thiar den dá chomrádaí arís gliondrach agus ar talamh álainn Gaillimhe. En: It was a beautiful evening, and life behind the two friends on the lovely land of Galway was joyful again. Ga: Ag deireadh an lae, beidh siad i gcónaí cuimhneacháin i dtaobh an lá sin, an margadh bríomhar, agus na chuimhní séimhe d'áit speisialta. En: At the end of the day, they would always remember that day, the lively market, and the gentle memories of a special place. Ga: Faoi na réaltaí arís, bhí a gcroí lán rudaí iontacha a tharla ann. En: Under the stars again, their hearts were full of wonderful things that happened there. Vocabulary Words: - bright: lonrach - sky: spéir - colorful: ildaite - delicious: blasta - scent: boladh - vibrant: bríomhara - artisan: ceardaí - jewelry: seodra - baker: báicéir - enticing: lonrach - politely: go cúirtéal - friendly: cairdiúil - chatted: chomhrá - traditional: traidisiúnta - musicians: ceoltóirí - melody: amhrán - juicy: súileacha - single-varietal: aon-bhlantach - events: imeachtaí - discovered: d'aimsigh - magical: draíochta - flying: ag eitilt - amazed: go hiontach - delighted: áthas - memories: cuimhní - evening: tráthnóna - joyful: gliondrach - gentle: séimhe - special: speisialta - wonderful: iontacha

17 GIU 2024 · Fluent Fiction - Irish: Aoife's Magical Journey to the Giant's Causeway Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: https://www.fluentfiction.org/aoifes-magical-journey-to-the-giants-causeway/ Story Transcript: Ga: Bhí Aoife i gcónaí faoi dhraíocht ag Giant's Causeway. En: Aoife was always enchanted by the Giant's Causeway. Ga: Bhí sí ag tnúth leis an turas seo le fada. En: She had been looking forward to this trip for a long time. Ga: Lá amháin, shocraigh sí go raibh an t-am ceart chun an turas a dhéanamh. En: One day, she decided that the time was right to make the journey. Ga: D'éirigh Aoife go luath ar maidin. En: Aoife got up early in the morning. Ga: Bhí an ghrian ag taitneamh agus bhí an lá an-ghrianmhar. En: The sun was shining, and it was a very sunny day. Ga: Chuir sí a mála droma ar a droim agus thosaigh sí ag siúl i dtreo Giant's Causeway. En: She put her backpack on her back and started walking towards the Giant's Causeway. Ga: Ar an mbealach, chonaic sí go leor rudaí spéisiúla. En: Along the way, she saw many fascinating things. Ga: Bhí eitleáin sa spéir, na páirceanna móra glas, agus na haibhneacha ciúine. En: There were planes in the sky, large green fields, and quiet rivers. Ga: Bhí sí ag smaoineamh ar na clocha ársa a thiocfadh sí air. En: She was thinking about the ancient stones she would come upon. Ga: Ní raibh sí in ann fanacht. En: She couldn't wait. Ga: Faoi dheireadh, shroich sí Giant's Causeway agus bhí sí gan urlabhra. En: Eventually, she reached the Giant's Causeway and was speechless. Ga: Bhí na clocha hexagonacha ollmhóra scaipthe amach os a comhair, cosúil le dréimire draíochta do ollphéist. En: The massive hexagonal stones were spread out before her like a magical staircase for a giant. Ga: Chuimil Aoife a súile mar a bheadh sí ag brionglóid. En: Aoife rubbed her eyes as if she were dreaming. Ga: Ach ní raibh. En: But she wasn't. Ga: Bhí sé fíor. En: It was real. Ga: Shiúil Aoife go mall thar na clocha. En: Aoife walked slowly over the stones. Ga: Bhí siad uafásach agus mór, ach álainn ar a mbealach féin. En: They were awe-inspiring and large but beautiful in their own way. Ga: D'inis sí scéalta ina hintinn faoin bhfáinne ollmhór a thóg na clocha seo. En: She told stories in her mind about the giant who built these stones. Ga: Bhí sí ag smaoineamh ar na seanchas a d’inis a seanmháthair di. En: She thought about the old tales her grandmother had told her. Ga: Agus í ag féachaint thart, bhuail fuaradh beag gaoithe í. En: As she looked around, a slight breeze hit her. Ga: Rinne sí gáire toisc go raibh sí ar bís agus bhí a súil ar na radharcanna. En: She laughed because she was excited and her eyes were on the sights. Ga: D’fhan sí ansin ar feadh cúpla uair an chloig, ag glacadh grianghraif agus ag breith aminisceachtaí. En: She stayed there for a few hours, taking pictures and capturing memories. Ga: Tar éis tamaill, shocraigh Aoife go raibh sé in am filleadh abhaile. En: After a while, Aoife decided it was time to head home. Ga: Bhí sí tuirseach ach sásta. En: She was tired but happy. Ga: Mhothaigh sí go raibh sí ag iompar scéalta nua ar ais léi. En: She felt like she was carrying new stories back with her. Ga: Scéalta faoi áilleacht Tiompan Fhinn Mhac Cumhaill agus na clocha miotasacha. En: Stories of the beauty of Finn McCool's Causeway and the mythical stones. Ga: Agus í ag siúl ar ais abhaile, bhí Aoife fós faoi dhraíocht ag na radharcanna. En: As she walked back home, Aoife was still enchanted by the sights. Ga: Bhí turas suimiúil aici agus bhí sí ag súil le teacht ar ais lá eile. En: She had an interesting trip and was looking forward to coming back another day. Ga: Bhraith sí go raibh sí mar chuid den áit sin anois. En: She felt like she was now a part of that place. Ga: Bhí an turas críochnaithe, ach na cuimhní a bhí aici ní raibh deireadh leo. En: The trip was over, but the memories she had did not end. Ga: Agus lena croí lán le háthas, Aoife d'fhill abhaile, réidh chun a cuid eachtraí a roinnt lena cairde agus a teach. En: With her heart full of joy, Aoife returned home, ready to share her adventures with her friends and family. Vocabulary Words: - enchanted: faoi dhraíocht - trip: turas - journey: turas - backpack: mála droma - fascinating: spéisiúla - ancient: ársa - speechless: gan urlabhra - massive: ollmhóra - hexagonal: hexagonacha - spread out: scaipthe amach - magical: draíochta - dreaming: ag brionglóid - awe-inspiring: uafásach - beautiful: álainn - stories: scéalta - tales: seanchas - slight: beag - breeze: fuaradh gaoithe - capturing: ag breith - memories: cuimhní - mythical: miotasacha - interesting: suimiúil - forward: le súil - sunny: an-ghrianmhar - fields: páirceanna - rivers: haibhneacha - laughing: rinne gáire - walked: shiúil - excited: ar bís - adventures: eachtraí

16 GIU 2024 · Fluent Fiction - Irish: Galway Market Adventures: Aoife and Cian's Delightful Day Out Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: https://www.fluentfiction.org/galway-market-adventures-aoife-and-cians-delightful-day-out/ Story Transcript: Ga: Lá speisialta a bhí ann i gCathair na Gaillimhe, ag margadh bríomhar. En: It was a special day in Galway City, at a lively market. Ga: Bhí an ghrian ag taitneamh go geal ó spéir ghlan. En: The sun was shining brightly from a clear sky. Ga: Bhí Aoife agus Cian ag siúl sa mhargadh gach seachtain. En: Aoife and Cian were walking in the market every week. Ga: Bhí siad ag lorg torthaí úr agus ceardaíocht thraidisiúnta. En: They were looking for fresh fruits and traditional crafts. Ga: “Breathnaigh, Cian,” a dúirt Aoife, “féach ar na torthaí deasa seo!” En: “Look, Cian,” said Aoife, “look at these nice fruits!” Ga: Bhí mala ag Aoife lán le húlla dearga agus piorraí milse. En: Aoife had a bag full of red apples and sweet pears. Ga: Bhí an t-aer lán le blaisíní bia agus torann. En: The air was full of food scents and noise. Ga: Shiúil Cian go dtí an bothar ceardaíochta. En: Cian walked to the craft stall. Ga: Bhí sé lán le rudaí álainn: fíodóireacht olann, potaireacht ildaite agus seodra bródúil. En: It was full of beautiful things: wool weaving, colorful pottery, and proud jewelry. Ga: Bhí ardaíonna geana ag damhsa sa ghrian. En: Sun rays were dancing in the sunshine. Ga: “Aoife,” ar sé, “féach ar an ngréasán ceardaíochta seo. Tá sé iontach.” En: “Aoife,” he said, “look at this craftwork. It’s wonderful.” Ga: Chuir Aoife lámh ar lámh Cian. En: Aoife took Cian’s hand. Ga: Bhí foirgnimh ársa timpeall orthu agus ceol saor san aerann. En: Ancient buildings surrounded them and music filled the air. Ga: Bhí na daoine áitiúla agus turasóirí ag caint agus ag gáire. En: Locals and tourists were chatting and laughing. Ga: Lig na carraigeacha cúinneacha díobh fuaimeanna agus dathanna blianta anuas. En: The old stones echoed the sounds and colors of previous years. Ga: Ba bhreá leo an mhargadh. En: They loved the market. Ga: Fuair siad geansaí olann do Cian agus bábóg ceirmeacht do Aoife. En: They got a wool sweater for Cian and a ceramic doll for Aoife. Ga: Bhí siad ag mothú an meascadh idir traidisiún agus an nua-aoibhneas. En: They were feeling the mix of tradition and modern delight. Ga: Chuaigh siad chuig stalla ar leith, áit a raibh seanbhean le grá bán ag fógairt. En: They went to a particular stall, where an old woman with white hair was proclaiming. Ga: “Seo duit,” ar sí, “ceardaíocht den scoth agus bia ar fheabhas. Bain taitneamh!” En: “Here you go,” she said, “excellent crafts and great food. Enjoy!” Ga: Bhain Cian bogha buíochais di. En: Cian gave her a bow of thanks. Ga: Bhí Aoife ag féachaint ar shlabhraí órga. En: Aoife was looking at golden chains. Ga: Bhí sí ag machnamh ar bhronntanas don Mhamaí. En: She was thinking of a gift for her mother. Ga: “Cian,” ar sé, “an gceapann tú go dtaitneoidh sé léi?” En: “Cian,” she said, “do you think she will like it?” Ga: Bhain Cian greim ar láimh Aoife agus dúirt, “Tá know sé foirfe. Tá súil agam go mbeidh sí sásta.” En: Cian grabbed Aoife's hand and said, “I know it’s perfect. I hope she will be happy.” Ga: Ag deireadh an lae, bhí malaí lán acu le bia agus ceardaíochta. En: At the end of the day, they had bags full of food and crafts. Ga: Shuigh siad ar bhinse in aice na habhann. En: They sat on a bench by the river. Ga: Bhí an ghaoth bog agus an talamh te. En: The wind was gentle and the ground warm. Ga: Bhí gáire agus sonas a líonadh an spás. En: Laughter and happiness filled the space. Ga: “Aoife,” ar Cian faoi dheireadh, “is breá liom na laethanta seo leat. Tá sé fíor-speisialta.” En: “Aoife,” Cian said finally, “I love these days with you. It’s really special.” Ga: Agus le gáire ar a cuid, d’fhreagair Aoife, “Tá fhios agam, Cian. Ní bhíonn aon rud níos fearr.” En: And with a smile, Aoife replied, “I know, Cian. Nothing is better.” Ga: Leis sin, d’fhág siad an margadh ag síneadh síos Sráid na mBan Neamh. En: With that, they left the market, walking down Sráid na mBan Neamh. Ga: Bhí pócaí lán agus croíthe lán níos mó. En: Their pockets were full, and their hearts were even fuller. Ga: Lá iontach eile a bhí ann i gCathair na Gaillimhe. En: It was another wonderful day in Galway City. Vocabulary Words: - special: speisialta - lively: bríomhar - week: seachtain - looking: ag lorg - fruits: torthaí - traditional: traidisiúnta - noises: torann - stall: bothar - craft: ceardaíocht - pottery: potaireacht - jewelry: seodra - wonderful: iontach - ancient: ársa - locals: daoine áitiúla - tourists: turasóirí - echoed: lig - wool: olann - sweater: geansaí - ceramic: ceirmeacht - mix: meascadh - delight: an nua-aoibhneas - proclaiming: ag fógairt - chains: slabhraí - gift: bronntanas - hope: súil - gentle: bog - laughter: gáire - happiness: sonas - bench: binse - pockets: pócaí