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ArchivesCeltic, Gaelic and Welsh names; a general question
This may not be the correct place to post this. So, I am sorry, but, I need an etymological (?) explanation for why can't we simplify or phonetically spell names like these?
I am a decendant of the above ethnic heritages. So it's not an ethnic resentment, or desire to wipe out these wonderful sounding languages. If they are going to have an awkward pronunciation, why not a separate alphabet (is there one). My book of Celtic & Gaelic names and meanings is baffling. I abandoned learning Gaelic five years ago, partly due to my bewilderment over these confusing spelling patterns.
I nearly avoided embarassing my employer, by asking for the spelling of the listed names, when I noticed the customer calling had a Scottish accent.
If anyone reading this can help, thank you.
Yes--I do fret over small things, occasionally!!
I am a decendant of the above ethnic heritages. So it's not an ethnic resentment, or desire to wipe out these wonderful sounding languages. If they are going to have an awkward pronunciation, why not a separate alphabet (is there one). My book of Celtic & Gaelic names and meanings is baffling. I abandoned learning Gaelic five years ago, partly due to my bewilderment over these confusing spelling patterns.
I nearly avoided embarassing my employer, by asking for the spelling of the listed names, when I noticed the customer calling had a Scottish accent.
If anyone reading this can help, thank you.
Yes--I do fret over small things, occasionally!!
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