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  • The Hidden Treasures of an Teampall Folaithe

    The Hidden Treasures of an Teampall Folaithe
    Feb 17 2026
    Fluent Fiction - Irish: The Hidden Treasures of an Teampall Folaithe Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ga/episode/2026-02-17-08-38-20-ga Story Transcript:Ga: Bhí brat bán sneachta ag clúdach an foraoise ársa agus ceo éadrom ag síorchruthú scáilta idir na crainn ar maidin fuar gheimhridh.En: A white blanket of snow was covering the ancient forest, and a light mist was constantly creating shadows between the trees on a cold winter morning.Ga: I lár na mistéire seo bhí an Teampall Folaithe, féin tránna ag am agus lán de rudaí a thagann ón stair.En: In the middle of this mystery was an Teampall Folaithe, worn by time and full of things that come from history.Ga: Chuaigh Niamh, Ciaran agus Fiona ann chun bronntanas speisialta a lorg.En: Niamh, Ciaran, and Fiona went there to seek out a special gift.Ga: Bhí Lá Fhéile Vailintín ag druidim leo go tapa, agus bhí Niamh ag iarraidh rud uathúil a aimsiú don duine speisialta ina saol.En: Lá Fhéile Vailintín was fast approaching, and Niamh was eager to find something unique for the special person in her life.Ga: "An féidir linn teacht ar rud eisceachtúil?En: "Can we find something exceptional?"Ga: " arsa Ciaran, a bhí lán de mhianta eachtraíochta, ag siúl taobh le Niamh.En: said Ciaran, who was full of adventurous desires, walking beside Niamh.Ga: Bhí a fhios acu beirt go mbeadh a bhfadhb réitithe ag Fiona, siopaíropor áitiúil agus staraí oilte.En: Both knew their problem would be solved by Fiona, a local shopkeeper and skilled historian.Ga: Bhí pearsantacht geal, ceanúil aici agus bhí a fhios aici gach rud faoi na séadchomharthaí a bhí sa Teampall Folaithe.En: She had a bright, loving personality and knew everything about the monuments in an Teampall Folaithe.Ga: "Tá a fhios agam go bhfuil rud speisialta anseo daoibh," a dúirt Fiona, ag siúl síos cúinne de chorraíl shéimhe.En: "I know there's something special here for you," said Fiona, walking down a corner of gentle curiosity.Ga: "Féach ar an áit seo, seomra lán d'earraí a raibh baint stairiúil ag roinnt lena chéile.En: "Look at this place, a room full of items that had historical connections."Ga: "Bhí súile Niamh ag lonradh agus í ag déanamh staidéir ar na seoda.En: Niamh's eyes were shining as she studied the treasures.Ga: Ach bhí an oiread sin roghanna ann, gur mhothaigh sí beagán caillte.En: But there were so many options that she felt a bit lost.Ga: Dhruid Ciaran léi agus chuir sé lámh croíúil ar a gualainn.En: Ciaran moved to her side and placed a hearty hand on her shoulder.Ga: "Déanann intuition Fiona riamh bréag," a dúirt sé.En: "Fiona's intuition never lies," he said.Ga: Le go leor muiníne ina chroí, chinn Niamh glacadh le comhairle Fiona.En: With great confidence in her heart, Niamh decided to take Fiona's advice.Ga: Shoiléirigh Fiona uirthi arteafact beag a raibh rún folaithe taobh istigh.En: Fiona pointed out to her a small artifact with a hidden secret inside.Ga: Le breathnú níos géire orthu, chonaic Niamh liathróid chomhdaitheach a bhí faoin gcaoin.En: Upon closer inspection, Niamh saw a composite orb under the cover.Ga: Nuair a chuir sí lámh chuici, bhain léi mothúchán as an saol.En: When she reached for it, she felt an emotion out of this world.Ga: Bhíodh an liathróid seo mar chuid d'eachtra a roinn sí léi agus lena cuid grámhar nach roinn mórán eile.En: This orb was part of an adventure she shared with her loved one that not many others knew about.Ga: Líon a croí le huaigneas milis.En: Her heart filled with sweet solitude.Ga: "Ní fhéadfainn liom a chreidiúint!En: "I can't believe it!"Ga: " arsa Ciaran nuair a thaispeáin sí d'arteafact dúinn.En: said Ciaran when she showed us the artifact.Ga: "An cuimhin leat an lá úd?En: "Do you remember that day?Ga: Ní raibh a fhios agam go raibh an t-arteafact sin fós ann!En: I didn't know that artifact still existed!"Ga: "Díreach ansin, mhothaigh Niamh an nasc istigh idir í féin agus a beloved, chomh maith le cairdeas fada le Ciaran.En: Right then, Niamh felt the inner connection between herself and her beloved, as well as the long friendship with Ciaran.Ga: Bhí rún dearmadta ann, ceangailte go grinn lena ngrá stairiúil.En: There was a forgotten secret, intricately linked with their historical love.Ga: Ag deireadh an lae, thug Niamh an arteafact baile léi.En: At the end of the day, Niamh brought the artifact home with her.Ga: Bhí fhios aici go mbeadh sé ina bhronntanas láidir, iomlán le hábhar croíúil agus stair phearsanta.En: She knew it would be a strong gift, full of heartfelt meaning and personal history.Ga: Bhí sí ní hamháin tar éis bronntanas foirfe a fháil, ach bhí sí tar éis meas nua a fhorbairt dá gaol agus do na naisc a ghluaiseach a stair a roinntear leo.En: She had not only found the perfect gift but had developed a new appreciation for her relationship and the connections ...
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  • Finding Balance: Passion Meets Pragmatism in Climate Debate

    Finding Balance: Passion Meets Pragmatism in Climate Debate
    Feb 16 2026
    Fluent Fiction - Irish: Finding Balance: Passion Meets Pragmatism in Climate Debate Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ga/episode/2026-02-16-23-34-02-ga Story Transcript:Ga: Bhí an chraobhchomórtas idirnáisiúnta ar ghníomhú aeráide ag tarlú i mBaile Átha Cliath.En: The international championship on climate action was happening in Baile Átha Cliath (Dublin).Ga: I measc na sluaite bailithe ann, bhí Aisling agus Cillian, beirt daltaí ar bís a bheith rannpháirteach sa chomórtas díospóireachta.En: Among the gathered crowds were Aisling and Cillian, two students eager to participate in the debate competition.Ga: Tá an t-am ag teacht, agus an seomra chomh fairsing agus atá sé, líonadh le daltaí geala, tithe táscaire ar fhuinneamh in-athnuaite sna cúlbhrat, agus atmaisféar briosc le fuinneamh agus díograis.En: As the time approached, the room, as expansive as it was, filled with bright students, models of renewable energy in the background, and an atmosphere crisp with energy and enthusiasm.Ga: Bhí meon difriúil acu beirt.En: They both had different perspectives.Ga: Bhí Aisling díograiseach faoin eolaíocht comhshaoil.En: Aisling was passionate about environmental science.Ga: Chreid sí go láidir i mbearta troma.En: She strongly believed in taking bold actions.Ga: Bhí sí ag iarraidh na moltóirí a chur faoi dhraíocht le moltaí uaillmhianacha.En: She wanted to enchant the judges with ambitious proposals.Ga: Ar an taobh eile, bhí Cillian, cliste agus réalaíoch.En: On the other hand, there was Cillian, smart and realistic.Ga: Bhí sé dírithe ar phleananna a bheadh inmharthana agus gan ró-dhéineach.En: He focused on plans that would be viable and not too severe.Ga: Agus an díospóireacht ag druidim, mhothaigh Aisling teannas croílár an imeachta.En: As the debate approached, Aisling felt the central tension of the event.Ga: "Ní mór dúinn beart mianta a threorú," ar sí go paiseanta, "tá sé in am gníomh a dhéanamh!En: "We must lead a campaign of intention," she said passionately, "it's time to act!"Ga: " Ach chuir Cillian in iúl gur chóir díospóireachtaí a bheith bunaithe ar réaltacht.En: But Cillian pointed out that debates should be grounded in reality.Ga: "Ní mór pleananna a bheith réalaíoch," a d'fhreagair sé go láidir, "caithfidh rud ar bith a mholfaimid a bheith indéanta.En: "Plans need to be realistic," he responded firmly, "anything we propose must be feasible."Ga: "Cuireadh tús leis an díospóireacht.En: The debate began.Ga: Phléasc Aisling agus Cillian isteach sa soir chomh maith le baill an lucht féachana.En: Aisling and Cillian launched into action along with the audience members.Ga: Bhí malartú smaointe dian, agus na hiomreacha le feiceáil go soiléir.En: There was an intense exchange of ideas, and the challenges were clearly visible.Ga: "Tá todhchaí ár bplainéad i geall," a luaigh Aisling go díograiseach.En: "The future of our planet is at stake," Aisling stated passionately.Ga: Bhí eagla ar Aisling go raibh Cillian ag dul ró-mhór le tosaíocht, ach thug Cillian aird ar éisteoirí go soiléir agus léirigh sé níos mó aontais.En: Aisling feared that Cillian was prioritizing too much, but Cillian clearly garnered the listeners' attention and showcased more unity.Ga: Rinne an lucht éisteachta amach go raibh luach in aighneacht praiticiúil chomh maith le fís bríomhar.En: The audience recognized the value in practical submissions as well as a vibrant vision.Ga: Bhí faoiseamh agus meas ag Aisling ar chumas Cillian a bheith seachadmhach.En: Aisling felt relief and respect for Cillian's ability to be effective.Ga: D'oibrigh siad le chéile agus tháinig ar chomhréiteach láidir.En: They worked together and reached a strong compromise.Ga: Le deireadh an díospóireachta, tháinig méadú ar phléadálacht sa seomra.En: As the debate concluded, there was an increase in resonance in the room.Ga: Bhí maithis Aisling agus praiticiúlacht Cillian fite fuaite le chéile, ag gabháil aird an lucht éisteachta agus na moltóirí.En: Aisling's ideals and Cillian's practicality intertwined, capturing the attention of the audience and the judges.Ga: "Tá gníomh láidir riachtanach," fhógraigh an moltóir, "ach ní mór don chéim a bheith airdeallach.En: "Strong action is necessary," the judge announced, "but the step must be prudent."Ga: "Bhí toradh dearfach ar an gcríoch agus é ag teacht amach go soiléir go raibh cothroime i gceist idir na cláir spriocraí agus an modh taidhleoireachta réalaíoch.En: There was a positive outcome at the end, and it became clear there was a balance between target programs and realistic diplomatic methods.Ga: Bhain Aisling ó dheireadh an lá na tairbhí a bhí ag teacht le pleananna inmharthana.En: Aisling ultimately recognized the benefits of viable plans.Ga: Bhí Cillian ag meas chomh maith luach an mhoreantaigh.En: Cillian also appreciated the...
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  • Rekindling Friendships on the Cliffs of Moher

    Rekindling Friendships on the Cliffs of Moher
    Feb 16 2026
    Fluent Fiction - Irish: Rekindling Friendships on the Cliffs of Moher Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ga/episode/2026-02-16-08-38-19-ga Story Transcript:Ga: Bhí an lá glan agus crua sa gheimhreadh nuair a tháinig Niamh, Aisling agus Cillian le chéile ag aillte mhaorga na Moher.En: It was a clear and harsh winter's day when Niamh, Aisling, and Cillian came together at the majestic Cliffs of Moher.Ga: D’ardaigh aillte móra ó aigéan na hAtlantach, agus scéalaigh na tonnta ina n-aghaidh le fuaim dána.En: The large cliffs rose from the Atlantic Ocean, with the waves crashing against them with a daring sound.Ga: Bhí an lá fuar, ach bhí an t-aer glan.En: The day was cold, but the air was fresh.Ga: Bhí na cuimhní ag teacht ar ais go tapaidh.En: Memories came rushing back quickly.Ga: D'fhéach Niamh ar an saol mór roimpi.En: Niamh looked at the vast world before her.Ga: Bhí sí ag meabhrú faoi na hamanna a chaith sí lena cairde — uair amháin bhí sí an spiorad eachtrúil den ghrúpa.En: She was reminiscing about the times she spent with her friends — once, she was the adventurous spirit of the group.Ga: Ach anois, bhí níos mó dáiríre á chur aici féin.En: But now, she was taking things more seriously.Ga: Tháinig Aisling chuici agus éadrom searc ar a héadan.En: Aisling came up to her with a gentle, loving expression on her face.Ga: Bhí ról an choimeadaí síochána aici i gcónaí sa ghrúpa.En: She always had the role of the peacekeeper in the group.Ga: Bhí a croí oscailte, ag iarraidh gach rud a chur ina cheart.En: Her heart was open, trying to make everything right.Ga: Cillian, ar an taobh eile, sheas sé leis féin, ag breathnú amach go ceann an domhain.En: Cillian, on the other hand, stood alone, looking out to the edge of the world.Ga: Bhí sé i gcónaí beagán ciúin, ach bhí sé soiléir go raibh uaigneas éigin ann.En: He was always a bit quiet, but it was clear there was some loneliness there.Ga: Níor mhothaigh Niamh éasca faoin gcuairt seo.En: Niamh didn’t feel at ease about this visit.Ga: Ach bhí a fhios aici gurbh é seo an seans.En: But she knew this was the chance.Ga: "Tá mé sásta tú a fheiceáil, a Chillian," a dúirt sí go socraitheach, cé go raibh a glór ag crith beagáinín.En: "I’m happy to see you, Cillian," she said calmly, although her voice trembled slightly.Ga: D'fhéach Cillian isteach ina súile.En: Cillian looked into her eyes.Ga: "Há, céard atá thart, tá thart," a dúirt sé go neamhráitean.En: "Ah, what’s past is past," he said indifferently.Ga: Ach bhí croí a gheallta.En: But promises lay in his heart.Ga: Sheas Aisling idir an bheirt.En: Aisling stood between the two.Ga: "Ná tornaimis ar na seanais gan cúis.En: "Let’s not dwell on past stories without reason.Ga: Tá sé in am scéalta nua a chruthú.En: It’s time to create new ones."Ga: "D'oscail Niamh a croí, ag cur síos ar a brón maidir le conspóidí a bhí tharla.En: Niamh opened her heart, expressing her regret about the disputes that had happened.Ga: Bhí a guth íseal, ach macánta.En: Her voice was low, but honest.Ga: "Tá brón orm, a Chillian.En: "I’m sorry, Cillian.Ga: Bhí míthuiscint ann, agus níor labhraigh mé amach.En: There was a misunderstanding, and I didn’t speak up."Ga: "Bhí Cillian ciúin ar feadh nóiméid.En: Cillian was silent for a moment.Ga: "Bhí mise praiseach freisin," a d'admhaigh sé faoi dheireadh.En: "I messed up too," he finally admitted.Ga: "Níor thuig mé é, ach ba mhaith liom an t-am a chaitheamh le chéile arís.En: "I didn’t understand it, but I’d like to spend time together again."Ga: "Bhí an taistil seo faighte go pointe agus bhí aillte Moher ag éisteacht leo.En: This journey had reached a point, and the Cliffs of Moher were listening to them.Ga: Phléigh siad faoin spéir ghlan.En: They discussed under the clear sky.Ga: Ceartaíodh beagnach gach rud trí chomhrá simplí, is faoin méid a bhí caillte acu.En: Almost everything was set right with a simple conversation about what they had lost.Ga: Sa deireadh, bhí na ceithre chara ag siúl le chéile, ag gáire agus ag cur scéalta nua ar bun.En: In the end, the four friends walked together, laughing and creating new stories.Ga: Bhí a fhios ag Niamh go raibh an chumhacht in intinn í féin.En: Niamh knew that the power was in her own mind.Ga: D'fhoghlaim sí go raibh dea-chumarsáid tábhachtach, agus go raibh an dearctha macánta i gcónaí níos fearr.En: She learned that good communication was important and that an honest attitude was always better.Ga: Le chéile, tháinig siad slán lenár stair agus chonaic siad amach rompu na scéalta nua a bhí ag fanacht ar imeall na haillte.En: Together, they came through their history and saw before them the new stories waiting at the edge of the cliffs.Ga: Bhí a gcairdeas láidir arís, níos sine agus níos ciallmhaire, cosúil le talamh a bhí feicthe an ...
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