Learning

These simple lessons are suitable for people with little or no knowledge of Manx Gaelic. Each lesson is themed, and includes a number of very short sound files. The lessons are an excellent resource for people who would like to learn some basic sayings or find out a little more about the language.

These lessons are suitable for those who have either completed the beginner's lessons or who have some knowledge of the language. Each lesson includes a sound file of about five minutes long. The accompanying text for the lesson enables the learner to follow the lesson whilst listening to it.

Suitable for those with a good command of the language these are more personal profiles than lessons. Consisting of dialogue from past and present speakers of Manx Gaelic each profile has examples of fluent spoken Manx.

This is a graded course first translated into Manx by Brian Stowell. The lessons do not come with any grammar points but are an excellent introduction to the spoken language. Lessons 1-37 were recorded a number of years ago and give an excellent flavour of a more traditional pronunciation.

Intrigue and scandal in Ellan Vannin! This is the first part of a series, which appeared in the Manx papers a few years ago. The text is accompanied by soundfiles and helpful explanations; it is a good resource for intermediate learners. The full book was published by Yn Cheshaght Ghailckagh.

'Yn Eiraght Americaanagh' is a story, presented through dialogue, which is particularly useful for intermediate learners. The original Manx prose is presented side by side with the English translation, and soundfiles accompany the text. This story forms part of the Manx course, 'Coorse Mooar', which is available as a book from shops such as Bridge Bookshop, and provides a comprehensive guide to the language.