


Manx (language code gv) is a language related to Irish and Scottish Gaelic, but its spelling system is much closer to English and does not use accented letters. The term Irish or Modern Irish is the least controversial term to use, although the native language name Gaeilge can able be used.

Some sources refer to Irish as "Gaelic", but some speakers find that term objectionable in modern contexts. Historically, the name "Gaelic" refers to the Celtic languages spoken in Ireland and Highland Scotland. In fact, many words in Irish and Scottish Gaelic are identical, but spelled with differently angled accents. Irish is a Goedelic Celtic language spoken in several areas of Ireland and is closely related to Scottish Gaelic and Manx and more distantly related to Welsh, Breton and Cornish. Irish or International Keyboards (New Page).
