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Manx

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Manx
-oilAppears in an example
suffix
A suffix added to the end of nouns to turn them into adjectives. It is commonly used to describe characteristics.

“T'eh feer ghaoil.”

It is very lovable.

Also means
  1. An adjectival suffix applied to various words, usually nouns, to make an adjective.
  2. adjectival suffix

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
-ynAppears in an example
suffix
This is a suffix added to the end of some nouns to make them plural, similar to how we add -s in English.

“Ta çheayntyn dy ghra dy vel ny keyllyn feer aalin.”

There are many to say that the woods are very beautiful.

Also means
  1. Pluralisation suffix, similar to English -s
  2. -s

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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A
Manx
aash[ɛːʃ]
noun
A state of being comfortable or relaxed, or a period of rest.

“Loayr ass dty 'aash.”

Speak at your ease.

Also means
  1. ease, easement
  2. break, rest
  3. ease

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
accrys[akrəs]
noun
The physical feeling or state of needing to eat food. It can also describe a strong desire or craving for something.

“Ta accrys orrym”

I am hungry

Also means
  1. hunger
  2. craving

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
aggle
noun
A strong feeling of being afraid or concerned about something.

“Ny bee aggle erriu.”

Don't be afraid.

Also means
  1. fear

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
aahAppears in an example
noun
A shallow place in a river or stream where you can cross by walking or driving.

“Ta'n aah shoh feer ghoan.”

This ford is very shallow.

Also means
  1. ford

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
aer[ɛːr]Appears in an example
noun
The region of the atmosphere and outer space seen from the earth.

“Ta yn aer feer ghorrym jiu.”

The sky is very blue today.

“Ta'n aer feer ghroo.”

The sky is very grey.

Also means
  1. sky
  2. air

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
AffrickAppears in an example
name
The large continent located south of Europe and between the Atlantic and Indian Oceans.

“Ta'n Affrick feer vooar.”

Africa is very big.

Also means
  1. Africa (the continent south of Europe and between the Atlantic and Indian Oceans)
  2. Africa

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
ard[aːrd]Appears in an example
adj
This adjective describes something that has a great vertical extent or position.

“Ta'n clieau shoh feer ard.”

This mountain is very high.

Also means
  1. high
  2. tall

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
awin[aunʲ]Appears in an example
noun
A large natural stream of water flowing in a channel to the sea, a lake, or another such stream.

“Ta'n awin feer lhiaman.”

The river is very long.

Also means
  1. river

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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B
Manx
bainney[banʲə]
noun
The white liquid produced by mammals to feed their young.

“Ta mee jough y vainney.”

I am drinking milk.

Also means
  1. milk

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
BaltaghAppears in an example
adj
Relating to the Baltic region or the Baltic Sea.

“Ta'n keayn Baltagh feer feayr.”

The Baltic sea is very cold.

“Ta'n mooir Baltagh feer feayr.”

The Baltic sea is very cold.

Also means
  1. Baltic

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
barbAppears in an example
adj
Something that is very sharp or physically or metaphorically harsh and rough.

“Ta'n skynn shoh feer barb.”

This knife is very sharp.

Also means
  1. sharp, drastic
  2. cruel, rough
  3. sharp

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
bee[biː]Appears in an example
noun
Any nutritious substance that people eat or drink.

“Ta mee gennaghtyn accryssagh son bee.”

I am feeling hungry for food.

Also means
  1. food, provisions, nourishment
  2. food

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
beinnAppears in an example
noun
A large natural elevation of the earth's surface rising abruptly from the surrounding level.

“Va'n beinn feer ard.”

The mountain was very high.

“Ta'n beinn feer ard.”

The mountain is very high.

Also means
  1. mountain
  2. ben
  3. summit, pinnacle, apex
  4. tine of deer

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
BelgAppears in an example
name
A country located in Western Europe.

“Ta Belg çheer feer aalin.”

Belgium is a very beautiful country.

Also means
  1. Belgium

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
billaghAppears in an example
adj
Used to describe a place covered with trees or having the characteristics of wood.

“Ta'n garey shen feer billagh.”

That garden is very wooded.

Also means
  1. wooded
  2. woody
  3. of or relating to trees

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
BlaanidAppears in an example
name
A female given name that corresponds to the name Bláthnaid.

“Ta Blaanid gra dy vel eh feer vie.”

Blaanid says that it is very good.

Also means
  1. a female given name, equivalent to English Bláthnaid
  2. Bláthnaid

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
blasstalAppears in an example
adj
Describes food that has a good or pleasant flavor. It can also imply that food is well-seasoned.

“Ta'n bee shoh feer vlasstal.”

This food is very tasty.

Also means
  1. tasty, savory
  2. seasoned
  3. fruity
  4. tasty

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
breagereyAppears in an example
noun
A person who does not tell the truth.

“T'eh ny vreagerey feer vie.”

He is a very good liar.

Also means
  1. liar
  2. romancer
  3. storyteller

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
BretnaghAppears in an example
adj
Something or someone from Wales, or relating to the Welsh language.

“Ta'n çhengey Vretnagh feer heuoil rish y Ghaelg.”

The Welsh language is very similar to Manx.

Also means
  1. Welsh

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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C
Manx
cadley[ˈkadlə]
noun
The state of resting with one's eyes closed, or the feeling of being sleepy.

“Ren mee cadley dy mie.”

I had a good sleep.

Also means
  1. sleep
  2. sleepiness

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
cappan[ˈkavan]
noun
A small, open container used for drinking liquids like tea or coffee.

“Gow cappan dy hey.”

Have a cup of tea.

Also means
  1. cup

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
creid[kredʲ]
verb
To accept something as true or feel sure of the truth of something.

“Creidim dy vel eh kiart.”

I believe that he is right.

“Creidim shen.”

I believe that.

Also means
  1. believe

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
cahAppears in an example
noun
A word meaning a fight or a conflict between groups.

“Va cah feer vooar ayn.”

There was a very big battle.

Also means
  1. battle

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
cair[kɛːrʲ]Appears in an example
adj
Something that is right, fair, or deserved.

“Ta shen cooish feer chair.”

That is a very just matter.

Also means
  1. just, right
  2. due
  3. just

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
carrane[kaˈrɛːn]Appears in an example
noun
A light, open type of footwear consisting of a sole held to the foot by straps.

“Ta ny carranyn shoh feer ghooie.”

These sandals are very comfortable.

Also means
  1. sandal
  2. slipper

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
clannAppears in an example
verb
To settle in a place or to make a liquid thicker.

“Ta'n feeyn dy clann.”

The wine is thickening.

Also means
  1. colonize
  2. populate
  3. thicken (as liquid)

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
cloie[klɛi]Appears in an example
noun
An activity that people do for entertainment, often following specific rules.

“Ta cloie feer vie ayn.”

There is a very good game on.

Also means
  1. game
  2. match
  3. event

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
CoobaghAppears in an example
adj
An adjective referring to the people or things from Cuba.

“Ta'n clashtyn Coobagh feer gennal.”

The Cuban sound is very lively.

Also means
  1. Cuban (in nationality)
  2. Cuban

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
costalAppears in an example
adj
Describes something that has great worth or is expensive. It can also mean precious or sumptuously made.

“T'eh feer chostal.”

It is very valuable.

Also means
  1. valuable
  2. precious
  3. sumptuous
  4. costly

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
croitAppears in an example
noun
A croft is a small agricultural landholding, typically found in the Highlands and Islands of Scotland or the Isle of Man.

“Ta'n croit feer veg.”

The croft is very small.

Also means
  1. croft

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
cruinnAppears in an example
adj
Used to describe something that is exact, precise, or shaped like a circle.

“Ta'n tushtey echey feer chruinn.”

His knowledge is very accurate.

“Ta yn vriw shoh feer chruinn.”

This judgment is very accurate.

Also means
  1. accurate, detailed, unambiguous
  2. round, spherical, circular
  3. circumstantial
  4. compact
  5. consummate, exact, scrupulous, strict
  6. accurate

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
curraghAppears in an example
noun
A curragh is a piece of wet, soft ground, often referred to as a bog or a marsh.

“Ta'n curragh feer fliugh.”

The bog is very wet.

Also means
  1. bog
  2. marsh

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
çheh[tʃeː]
adj
Having a high temperature or feeling very warm. It can also describe someone who is fevered or feeling strong intense emotion.

“Ta'n fliaghtey çheh jiu.”

The weather is hot today.

Also means
  1. hot, heated
  2. fevered
  3. impassioned, sexually precocious
  4. hot

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
çhagh[tʃax]Appears in an example
noun
A place where someone lives, a residence, or a hideout.

“C'raad ta oayll ny lionyn, as çhagh ny lionyn aegey?”

Where is the dwelling of the lions, and the feedingplace of the young lions?

Also means
  1. home, residence, abode, hiding place, den
  2. home

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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D
Manx
dooyt
noun
A feeling of uncertainty or lack of conviction about something.

“Cha nel dooyt erbee ayn.”

There is no doubt at all about it.

Also means
  1. doubt
  2. dubiety

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
deyr[dəːr]Appears in an example
adj
Something that costs a lot of money or is considered very valuable.

“Ta yn lioar shoh feer deyr.”

This book is very expensive.

Also means
  1. expensive
  2. valuable
  3. costly
  4. dear (expensive)
  5. unfree

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
dtyAppears in an example
pron
The informal singular possessive pronoun used to show that something belongs to the person you are speaking to.

“Beeym feer wooiagh dy hoiaghey jeh dty chuirrey dooie.”

I will be very pleased to accept your kind invitation.

Also means
  1. your (singular informal)
  2. thy
  3. your

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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E
Manx
edjaghysAppears in an example
noun
The process of receiving or giving systematic instruction.

“Ta edjaghys feer scanshoil.”

Education is very important.

Also means
  1. education

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
eear-Appears in an example
prefix
A prefix used to indicate a western direction or position.

“Ta'n eear-voayl feer feayr.”

The west-place is very cold.

Also means
  1. west-

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
ehAppears in an example
pron
A third-person singular pronoun referring to a male person or a masculine noun.

“Cur meer da’n feeagh as hig eh reesht.”

Give the raven a bit and he’ll come again.

Also means
  1. he, him
  2. it
  3. he

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
enmynAppears in an example
noun
The plural form of the noun ennym, meaning more than one name.

“Ta ny enmyn shoh feer ghoan.”

These names are very rare.

Also means
  1. plural of ennym
  2. names

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
EstoinaghAppears in an example
adj
An adjective relating to the country of Estonia or its people.

“Ta'n chaish Estoinagh feer vie.”

The Estonian cheese is very good.

Also means
  1. Estonian (in nationality)
  2. Estonian

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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F
Manx
fann
verb
To skin or flay refers to removing the outer layer of something, or it can describe the feeling of a cold wind.

“Fann y jough.”

Soak the drink.

Also means
  1. to skin, scalp, flay, slash
  2. to soak
  3. to fleece
  4. to dress down
  5. to bite (of wind)
  6. to skin

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
fee
verb
To create fabric by interlacing threads, or to braid hair.

“Ta mee fee yn olley.”

I am weaving the wool.

“Ta mee fee dy yannoo brat.”

I am weaving to make a cloak.

Also means
  1. to weave, knit
  2. to plait, braid
  3. to interlace, intertwine
  4. to mat
  5. to weave

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
feeackle[ˈfiəkəl]
noun
One of the hard, bony structures in the mouth used for biting and chewing.

“Gow dty eeacklyn magh!”

Take your teeth out!

Also means
  1. tooth

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
feeacklyn
noun
The plural form of the word for tooth.

“Ta keeill orrym ayns my veeacklyn.”

I have a pain in my teeth.

“Ta feeacklyn geyre echey.”

He has sharp teeth.

Also means
  1. plural of feeackle (‘tooth’)
  2. teeth

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
feeagh
noun
A large, black bird known for its intelligence and deep cawing sound.

“Cur meer da'n feeagh as hig eh reesht.”

Give the raven a bit and he'll come again.

Also means
  1. raven; crake
  2. raven

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
feeaih
noun
A hoofed animal that lives in forests and is often hunted.

“Honnick mee feeaih sy villey.”

I saw a deer in the tree line.

Also means
  1. deer

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
feed[fiːdʲ]
num
The number twenty.

“Ta feed dy phingyn aym.”

I have twenty pennies.

“Ta feed dy lioaryn ayns shoh.”

There are twenty books here.

Also means
  1. twenty

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
feeyn
noun
An alcoholic drink made from fermented grapes.

“Deam eh son tooilley feeyn.”

He called for more wine.

Also means
  1. wine

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
foddeyAppears in an example
adj
Measuring a great distance in space or time.

“Ta'n raad feer foddey.”

The road is very long.

Also means
  1. long
  2. far

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
follanAppears in an example
adj
Describes something that is in good condition, healthy, or safe to eat.

“Ta'n feeyn shoh follan.”

This wine is sound.

Also means
  1. sound
  2. edible

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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G
Manx
graih[ɡrɛːi̯]
noun
A feeling of strong affection or deep attachment toward someone. It can also refer to a beloved person or the act of charity.

“Ta graih mooar aym ort.”

I have great love for you.

Also means
  1. love
  2. affection
  3. lover, beloved
  4. charity

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
gaAppears in an example
conj
A conjunction used to introduce a fact that makes the main part of the sentence seem surprising.

“V'eh yn fer toshee dy feer, ga nagh row yn ennym er.”

He was leader in deed though not in name.

Also means
  1. though, although
  2. albeit
  3. though

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
GailckaghysAppears in an example
noun
The process of making something Manx or adapting it to the Manx language and culture.

“Ta Gailckaghys y chiaull shoh er ve feer yindyssagh.”

The Manxification of this music has been truly wonderful.

Also means
  1. Manxification

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
googAppears in an example
noun
An object for a child to play with, typically a model or miniature replica of something.

“Ta'n goog shoh feer vie.”

This toy is very good.

Also means
  1. toy

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
gorrymAppears in an example
adj
The colour of the clear sky or the sea. It can also describe a dark colour like a bruise on skin.

“Ta'n speyr feer gorrym jiu.”

The sky is very blue today.

Also means
  1. blue
  2. black (skin colour)

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
graney[ɡrɛːnə]Appears in an example
adj
Unpleasant to look at; not beautiful.

“T'eh feer graney.”

It is very ugly.

“Ta'n caslys shoh feer graney.”

This picture is very ugly.

Also means
  1. ugly

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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I
Manx
immanaghAppears in an example
noun
A person who operates or drives a vehicle.

“Va'n immanagh feer vie.”

The driver was very good.

Also means
  1. driver

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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J
Manx
joarreeaght
noun
Exile refers to being forced to live away from one's own country, or the feeling of being in a strange or foreign place.

“Va'n dooinney ayns joarreeaght.”

The man was in exile.

Also means
  1. exile, banishment
  2. peculiarity, unfamiliarity, foreignness
  3. foreign place
  4. exile

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
jeih[d͡ʒei]Appears in an example
num
The number that comes after nine and before eleven.

“Ta jeih cassyn aym.”

I have ten feet.

Also means
  1. ten

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
jialgaghAppears in an example
adj
Describing something covered with spikes, thorns, or prickles.

“Ta'n billey shoh feer jialgagh.”

This tree is very prickly.

Also means
  1. spiny
  2. prickly
  3. thorny

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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K
Manx
keyl[kəːl]Appears in an example
adj
Having little flesh, or being narrow or slender in width.

“Ta'n raad shen feer cheyl.”

That road is very narrow.

Also means
  1. thin, slender, narrow
  2. fine
  3. drawn out
  4. watery (of soup), weak (as solution)
  5. thin

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
laa jiuAppears in an example
noun
The current day.

“Ta'n laa jiu feer ghrianagh.”

Today is very sunny.

Also means
  1. today

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
laghynAppears in an example
noun
This is the plural form of the word for day.

“Ta laghyn feer ghowin ayn.”

There are very long days.

“Ta laghyn feer ghorrinagh ayn.”

There are very stormy days.

Also means
  1. plural of laa
  2. days

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
leigh[ləi̯]Appears in an example
noun
A rule or system of rules created by a country to govern the behavior of its people.

“Ta'n leigh shen feer lajer.”

That law is very strong.

Also means
  1. law

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
LoghlinAppears in an example
name
A geographic name for the region of Northern Europe including countries like Norway and Sweden, or Norway specifically.

“Ta Loghlin ny cheer feer aalin.”

Scandinavia is a very beautiful country.

Also means
  1. Scandinavia (a geographic region of Northern Europe, consisting of Denmark, Norway, and Sweden collectively and sometimes Finland, Iceland, Åland and the Faroe Islands)
  2. Scandinavia (a peninsula in Northern Europe, consisting of Norway, Sweden and most of northern Finland; in full, Scandinavian Peninsula)
  3. Norway (a country in Europe)
  4. Scandinavia

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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M
Manx
mian[miən]
noun
A strong feeling of wanting something or a craving for something.

“Ta mian mooar aym.”

I have a big desire.

“Ta mian ec y voghlee shoh.”

This child has an appetite.

Also means
  1. desire
  2. appetite

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
moll
verb
To trick or deceive someone, or to feel disappointed by a situation.

“Mollee y molteyr oo my oddys eh.”

The deceiver will deceive you if he can.

Also means
  1. to fool
  2. baffle
  3. foil
  4. beguile
  5. cajole
  6. captivate
  7. deceive
  8. bluff
  9. trick
  10. to disappoint
  11. to impose
  12. to be mistaken

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
marreyAppears in an example
noun
This is the possessive or genitive form of the word for the sea. You use this when describing something that belongs to or is associated with the sea.

“Ta eaghtyr marrey feer vooar.”

The surface of the sea is very big.

Also means
  1. genitive singular of mooir
  2. of the sea

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
meshtalAppears in an example
adj
Someone who is tipsy or drunk has had too much alcohol to drink.

“Va'n fer feer meshtal.”

The man was very tipsy.

“Va'n dooinney meshtal ec y chaglym.”

The man was tipsy at the gathering.

Also means
  1. tipsy
  2. drunk

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
ourys
noun
A state of uncertainty or feeling suspicious about someone or something.

“Cha nel blayst ourys ayn.”

There is not the ghost of a suspicion.

Also means
  1. doubt
  2. distrust
  3. misgiving
  4. suspicion
  5. suspiciousness
  6. doubtfulness
  7. scepticism
  8. agnosticism

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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P
Manx
paa
adj
Feeling a need to drink something.

“Ta mee paa.”

I am thirsty.

Also means
  1. thirsty

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
pian
noun
A feeling of physical suffering or discomfort.

“Ta pian ayns my chass.”

I have pain in my foot.

Also means
  1. pain

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
shassoo[ʃasu]
noun
The act or state of being upright on one's feet. It is the verbal noun form of the verb to stand.

“Daag eh ee ny shassoo ayns mean ny shamyr.”

He left her standing in the middle of the room.

Also means
  1. verbal noun of shass
  2. standing

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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T
Manx
thalloo[talu]
noun
The solid part of the surface of the Earth, distinct from water. It can refer to a specific territory or simply the ground beneath your feet.

“Chionnee mee thalloo lesh yn argid.”

I used the money to buy land.

Also means
  1. land, country, terrain, territory, shore
  2. earth, ground, clod, soil
  3. land

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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U
Manx
use
noun
A fee paid for the use of borrowed money.

“Ren eh eeck use er y choynt.”

He paid interest on the loan.

“Ta'n use feer ard.”

The interest is very high.

Also means
  1. interest; usury
  2. interest

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Y
Manx
yindys
noun
A feeling of surprise or admiration caused by something beautiful or unusual.

“Ghow eh yindys jeh'n chummey.”

He took wonder at the shape.

Also means
  1. wonder
  2. wonderment
  3. admiration
  4. marvel
  5. phenomenon
  6. prodigy
  7. surprise

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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