brèagha
everyday
The everyday way to say "beautiful" in Scottish Gaelic is brèagha. Bòidheach means pretty and àlainn is stronger, close to "gorgeous".
Meaning: very pleasing to look at (adjective)
Ways to say it
| Gaelic | Note |
|---|---|
| brèagha | everyday |
| bòidheach | pretty |
| àlainn | stunning |
Brèagha describes weather, views, people and objects. People say Tha an latha brèagha for a fine day.
Which one should you use?
Bòidheach is often used of people and things that are charming, while àlainn is the word for something really striking.
How does it change in a sentence?
The adjective does not change for the person you speak to, so Tha thu bòidheach works for a man or a woman.
Did you know?
- The Gaelic word for a view, sealladh, comes from the verb seall, meaning "look".
Examples in context
- Tha an latha brèagha.The day is beautiful.
- Tha thu bòidheach.You are pretty.
- Tha an t-eilean àlainn.The island is stunning.
Example conversation
Fiona and Donald look at the view from a hill.
- FionaTha an sealladh àlainn.The view is stunning.
- DòmhnallTha an latha brèagha cuideachd.The day is beautiful too.
- FionaTha.It is.
