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Manx word

naim

uncle

n_m

naim means “uncle” in Manx and is used as a n_m.

naim in context

Boallagh dou dy chur shilley er thie my naim.

It was usual for me to visit my uncle’s house.

B1

Naim trooid poosey.

Uncle by marriage.

A1

Cha nel my naim ommijagh dy-liooar dy chredjal eh shen.

My uncle isn't foolish enough to believe that.

B1

Ta'n naim echey creeney.

His uncle is prudent.

A1

Roshee yn naim eu yn treeoo laa jeig jeh'n vee shoh çheet.

Our uncle will arrive on the thirteenth of next month.

B1

Topics

Family

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great-grandchild

ayr

father

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brother

braaroilid

brotherliness

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friend

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adopted child

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heir

fer

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