Category Archives: How to Speak Outlander

Co-latha-breith sona dhut, Àdhamh!

Wishing a very happy birthday to our very own Gàidhlig expert, Àdhamh Ó Broin.  On his special day, this seems to be the perfect time to thank Àdhamh for all the generosity and patience he has shown to Outlanders worldwide. Feel free to drop him a tweet to @An_Comhghallac to wish him well.

Even Sam has gotten in on the act! See the following video tweeted from @Outlander_Starz:

 

Be sure to watch the video for further evidence of the spectacular job Àdhamh is doing with a very dedicated balach (lad). Say it with me (and Sam):

Co-latha-breith sona dhut, Àdhamh! / coh-laah-bray sawna ghooht, AH giv/

Also, please enjoy the fabulous cartoon created for Àdhamh by the talented Outlander Cartoons!

http://vivigodinho.tumblr.com/post/87701109860/happy-birthday-adhamh
*Credits to the Ó Broinies and Outlander Cartoons

How to Speak Outlander: Lesson 9 ‘Tùlach Àrd’

Happy Monday Outlanders! Starz has given us a sparkling new ‘How to Speak Outlander” video this afternoon. This video focuses on ‘Tùlach Àrd’, the war cry of the Clan MacKenzie.  After a most spirited introduction and pronunciation by Àdhamh (is it just me or does he just get better and better in front of the camera with every new video), we are forced to recognize yet again that the Gàidhlig language is full of traps for the unwary learner.  For English speakers like me, ‘ard’ on paper does not logically translate to ‘aarsd’ in pronunciation, but I have learned to not be too phased by this. (See previous comments regarding H’s in Gàidhlig)

Luckily, we are treated to the MacKenzie brothers (Gary Lewis and Graham McTavish) giving us their rendition of the Clan war cry as well. And may I take a moment to compliment Terry Moore (@outlandercostum) once again for such a lovely job with everything we have seen so far costume wise. As have all the others I’ve seen, the costumes for Column and Dougal take my breath away.

In this new video, viewers are also given a glimpse into the humor of Gary Lewis as he very helpfully points out that the large chap (Graham as Dougal) will be uttering the war cry as he asks for another glass of the Rhenish. I can so totally believe Gary is the prankster on set.

And last but not least, I can’t help but get a little thrill at the end of the video when the premiere date of August 9, 2014 is shown. So close and yet so far!

 

How to Speak Outlander: Lesson 9 ‘Tùlach Àrd’

Àdhamh Ó Broin Surprises and Delights with Gàidhlig Story and Song at the UK Outlander Gathering

So I hope everyone is having a wonderful Monday. If you’re not, Àdhamh has kindly provided the Gàidhlig to express yourself!

 

Àdhamh had quite the busy weekend as he dropped in on the UK Outlander Gathering as a featured speaker and entertainer. From the flying tweets and Facebook posts, he was quite the hit, which doesn’t surprise me in the least.  I have never met anyone more willing and eager to share the culture he loves so much! Starz and Tall Ship Productions have done a great favor to Outlanders everywhere in bringing Àdhamh on board. Not only does he work long and hard to keep the Gàidhlig aspects of Outlander authentic, but he goes well above and beyond to interact with fans and help those of us who appreciate the culture and are trying to learn more.

Some shots from the Gathering:

Courtesy Simone Laufer, Elaine Acheson, Emma Bradie
Courtesy Tricia Leedom
Courtsey @OutlanderTours
Courtesy of Angela Sasso

However, by far the highlight of the afternoon, or so I hear, was Àdhamh’s vocal performance. Luckily Outlanders far and wide are able to appreciate a part of the performance thanks to this recording by Karin Anderson.

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How to Speak Outlander: Lesson 8 ‘Leoch’

Happy Friday to Outlanders everywhere. In celebration, STARZ has gifted us with a new ‘How to Speak Outlander’ lesson. Castle Leoch may be an invention from Diana’s fertile imagination, but that doesn’t mean there’s not an official Outlander pronunciation. Luckily, we have Àdhamh, Mrs. Fitz and fans from the LA event to set us straight. Enjoy!

How to Speak Outlander: Lesson 8 ‘Leoch’

#AskAdhamh Twitter Q&A Transcript

I hope many of you had a chance to take part in the great Twitter Q&A that Àdhamh did on the @Outlander_STARZ twitter account today, but if not, here is a transcript.

 #AskAdhamh Twitter Q&A

1:30 pm ET/10:30 pm PT/6:30 pm GMT

Àdhamh Ó Broin @An_Comhghallach

@Outlander_Starz I will be joining u all in about 15 mins for a blether about all things Gaelic and Outlander! Speak to you then! #AskAdhamh

Luke Dringoli @ldringoli

Happy Wednesday! Our #Outlander @twitter chat with on-set Gaelic coach @An_Comhghallach begins in t-minus 5 on @Outlander_Starz. #AskAdhamh

Outlander @Outlander_Starz

Ready, #Outlanders? The #AskAdhamh tweet chat is starting now!

Outlander Addiction @OutlanderAddict @

Outlander_Starz @An_Comhghallach When did you first start to learn Gaelic, and why?

Outlander @Outlander_Starz

.@OutlanderAddict I had the desire to delve deeper into what it means to be Scottish and into the soul of this country #AskAdhamh

Outlander @Outlander_Starz

.@OutlanderAddict I was not disappointed in what I found. I think the story and production capture so much of that 🙂 #AskAdhamh

Outlander Addiction @OutlanderAddict

@Outlander_Starz @An_Comhghallach What is your favorite Gaelic expression or phrase that you tend to “overuse”?

Outlander @Outlander_Starz

.@OutlanderAddict Gasta! (great!) pronounced just as it looks 🙂 #AskAdhamh

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