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How new Irish words get made

With new terminology being used every day, how do we decide what makes the Irish translation? Fro...

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16.39 12 Aug 2024


How new Irish words get made


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16.39 12 Aug 2024


With new terminology being used every day, how do we decide what makes the Irish translation? From individual to official requests, the process of adding new words to the Irish language is a lengthy yet fascinating journey.

Dr Gearóid Ó Cleircín, Assistant professor at DCU’s Fiontar and Scoil na Gaeilge and Member of An Coiste Téarmaíochta joins Kieran to discuss.


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