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PostPosted: Thu 17 Nov 2011 11:04 pm 
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The phrase is to signify that the bride and groom know each other from past lives. Each would wear the ring so inscribed; the rings are of Celtic design! CO preferred.
Thanks to all for a translation!!


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PostPosted: Thu 17 Nov 2011 11:13 pm 
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Hi. Comhghairdeas libh! (Congratulations.) Nice idea.

I'd write in each:

Tá aithne agam ort. "I know you"

Await confirmation or correction ...

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PostPosted: Thu 17 Nov 2011 11:14 pm 
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Possibly - "Tá aithne agam ort"

edit : Breandán bet me to it.

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PostPosted: Thu 17 Nov 2011 11:15 pm 
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Must have been close. :LOL:

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My "specialty" is Connemara Irish, particularly Cois Fhairrge dialect, but I can also speak Ulster and Munster Irish with native-level pronunciation.
Is fearr Gaeilge ḃriste ná Béarla cliste, cinnte, aċ i ḃfad níos fearr aríst í Gaeilge ḃinn ḃeo na nGaeltaċtaí.
Gaeilge Chonnacht (GC), go háraid Gaeilge Chois Fhairrge (GCF), Gaeilic Uladh (GU), Gaelainn na Mumhan (GM), agus Gaeilge an Chaighdeáin Oifigiúil (CO).


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PostPosted: Thu 17 Nov 2011 11:32 pm 
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Thank you both so much. Seems your confirmations just might do it!


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PostPosted: Fri 18 Nov 2011 10:40 am 
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The following also came up at IGTF:

kokoshneta wrote:
quetwoman wrote:
Not at all a sarcastic affirmation. I do thank you kindly.

I’m not sure if tá aithne agam ort really works for a wedding ring. I take it you mean ‘know’ here in quite a deep sense of truly and fully knowing someone. Tá aithne agam ort just really means ‘I’m acquainted with you’.

I think tá mé eolach ort (or táim eolach ort if you prefer—they mean the exact same thing, it’s just a dialectal difference) would work better. That implies really knowing someone, their ways, their quirks, the way they work and feel.

Is that you? or perhaps someone you "know"? ;)

Tá aithne agam ort does in fact have both meanings, but kk is right in that Tá mé eolach ort has a stronger feeling of understanding the other person.

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My "specialty" is Connemara Irish, particularly Cois Fhairrge dialect, but I can also speak Ulster and Munster Irish with native-level pronunciation.
Is fearr Gaeilge ḃriste ná Béarla cliste, cinnte, aċ i ḃfad níos fearr aríst í Gaeilge ḃinn ḃeo na nGaeltaċtaí.
Gaeilge Chonnacht (GC), go háraid Gaeilge Chois Fhairrge (GCF), Gaeilic Uladh (GU), Gaelainn na Mumhan (GM), agus Gaeilge an Chaighdeáin Oifigiúil (CO).


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PostPosted: Fri 18 Nov 2011 11:43 pm 
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Yes, she is the other half of the equation :-)


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The phrase you're referring to seems to suggest a deep, timeless connection between the bride and groom, symbolizing that their bond transcends this lifetime and extends to past lives. The rings, being inscribed with this idea, would reflect this eternal bond and the idea of soulmates who have been together across time. The Celtic design likely adds to the symbolism, as Celtic patterns often represent eternity, continuity, and the interconnectedness of life. It's a beautiful way to signify a love that endures beyond time, a shared journey through past and present.

If you're looking for a translation or further help with the inscription, feel free to provide more details about the exact wording, and I’d be happy to assist!


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The phrase you're referring to seems to suggest a deep, timeless connection between the bride and groom, symbolizing that their bond transcends this lifetime and extends to past lives. The engagement rings, being inscribed with this idea, would reflect this eternal bond and the idea of soulmates who have been together across time. The Celtic design likely adds to the symbolism, as Celtic patterns often represent eternity, continuity, and the interconnectedness of life. It's a beautiful way to signify a love that endures beyond time, a shared journey through past and present.

If you're looking for a translation or further help with the inscription, feel free to provide more details about the exact wording, and I’d be happy to assist!


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The spambots are getting better!

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