celtic language
Noun: A Celtic language is a member of a specific branch of the Indo-European language family. Historically, these languages were spoken widely across Europe before the rise of the Roman Empire and the spread of Christianity.
The term "Celtic language" is used to classify and refer to this group of related languages, both ancient and modern. - Irish, Welsh, and Breton are all modern Celtic languages. - The study of a Celtic language, like Gaulish, relies heavily on inscriptions and place names.
- "Celtic language family": This phrase emphasizes the genealogical relationship among these languages.
- The Celtic language family is divided into two main branches: Goidelic and Brythonic.
- Celtic (adj): Pertaining to the Celts or their languages.
- Celtic mythology is rich and varied.
- Celt (noun): A member of the group of peoples inhabiting much of Europe in ancient times.
- Goidelic (noun): A subdivision of the Celtic languages, including Irish, Scottish Gaelic, and Manx.
- Brythonic (noun): A subdivision of the Celtic languages, including Welsh, Cornish, and Breton.
- Celtic (when used as a noun to mean the language group)
- Keltic language (an alternate, less common spelling)
The term "Celtic language" refers specifically to the linguistic classification. It is distinct from: - Celtic culture: Refers to the arts, traditions, and social practices of Celtic peoples. - Celtic nations: Refers to modern territories where Celtic languages are spoken or have deep historical roots.
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a branch of the Indo-European languages that (judging from inscriptions and place names) was spread widely over Europe in the pre-Christian era
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