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Meaning of 'mo mheit'?

Cherry Blossom Girl · 2015-12-17 16:37:40

Like the title says, I'm wondering about the meaning of this phrase. It's one I've only ever seen used in and around Connemara. I know it's some sort of term of endearment but I'd love to know the exact meaning. If anyone could help me out that'd be great :)

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17-12-2015 5:37pm

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Cherry Blossom Girl

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Like the title says, I'm wondering about the meaning of this phrase. It's one I've only ever seen used in and around Connemara. I know it's some sort of term of endearment but I'd love to know the exact meaning. If anyone could help me out that'd be great

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#2 17-12-2015 5:47pm
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h92gR81M2o0

I reckon it's "mo mhéit" with a fada on the e, and that it's likely colloquial adoption of "mate" from English.

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#3 17-12-2015 5:56pm
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An File wrote: »

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h92gR81M2o0

I reckon it's "mo mhéit" with a fada on the e, and that it's likely colloquial adoption of "mate" from English.

That's all it is.

Another usage would be:

"Cén chaoi a bhfuil tú, a mhéit?".

A lot of english words get borrowed in Connemara.

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#4 17-12-2015 10:24pm
Cherry Blossom Girl

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Oops, forgot the fada! Thanks for that, I never made the connection between it and the English word in my head.

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