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Valentine's greetings with a Manx twist

by isleofman.com 13th February 2012

IMPRESS your Valentine with these romantic phrases…


Ta graih aym ort  

I love you

 

Ta graih aym urree 

I love her

 

Ta graih aym er  

I love him

 

Vel graih ayd orrym? 

Do you Love me?  
 
Cur paag dou!  

Kiss me!
 
Cur paag dou nish! 

Kiss me now!
 
Ta mee geearree cur paag dhyt 

I want to kiss you
 
Vel oo sooree?  

Are you seeing anyone?

 

Ta / cha nel   

Yes / no  
 
T’eh stoamey   

He’s gorgeous 

 

T’ee stoamey  

She’s  gorgeous

 

S’mie lhiam uss  

I like you

 

Mie lhiat mish?  

Do you like me?

 

The Manx Heritage Foundation is starting a new beginners class for anyone wishing to learn Manx.

 

According to  a spokesperson learning Manx is similar to marriage – it takes commitment, determination and love but is ultimately rewarding and life affirming.

 

For more information and to hear these phrases visit www.learnmanx.com.

Posted by isleofman.com
Monday 13th, February 2012 08:36pm.

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