Phrases in the Irish Language > I went on a guided walk around the island and I learnt a lot about the history and stories of the island.
How to Say:
“I went on a guided walk around the island and I learnt a lot about the history and stories of the island.” in the Irish language
Pronunciation for how to say
Chuaigh mé ar shiúlóid threoraithe thart ar an oileán agus d’fhoghlaim mé cuid mhaith faoi stair agus scéalta an oileáin.
Khoo-ee may ar hyoo-loadge h-roar-eeha hart urr un ill-an uggus doh-lim may kudge wye fwee star uggus shkaylta un il-line. (U)
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Translation in Irish Language
Chuaigh mé ar shiúlóid threoraithe thart ar an oileán agus d’fhoghlaim mé cuid mhaith faoi stair agus scéalta an oileáin. = I went on a guided walk around the island and I learnt a lot about the history and stories of the island.
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