Pronunciation: [ɡadhˈɛlɪk] (IPA) 
The spelling of the word "Gadhelic" can be a little tricky. It is pronounced /ˈɡælɪk/ and is used to refer to a branch of the Celtic languages spoken in Scotland and Ireland. The "G" in "Gadhelic" is pronounced like the "G" in "goat," while the "adh" is pronounced as a soft "th" sound, like in "feather." The "e" in the middle is pronounced short, like in "pet." The word is sometimes spelled as "Gaelic" in English.
Gadhelic is an adjective that is primarily used in the field of linguistics to describe something related to or belonging to the Goidelic branch of the Celtic languages. Goidelic, also known as Q-Celtic, is one of the two main branches of the Celtic language family, the other being Brythonic or P-Celtic. It includes languages such as Irish Gaelic (Gaeilge), Scottish Gaelic (Gàidhlig), and Manx (Gaelg).
In a broader sense, Gadhelic can be used to refer to anything pertaining to the Gaelic-speaking people or culture. This encompasses various aspects like their customs, traditions, literature, or folklore that are specific to the Goidelic-speaking regions, mainly Ireland, Scotland, and the Isle of Man.
The term Gadhelic emphasizes the linguistic and cultural distinctiveness of the Gaelic-speaking Celtic populations, distinguishing them from other branches of the Celtic language family, such as Welsh or Cornish. It is worth noting that while Gadhelic refers specifically to the Goidelic languages, Gaelic is a more inclusive term that encompasses both Goidelic and Brythonic languages.
Overall, Gadhelic signifies the linguistic and cultural characteristics of the Goidelic branch of the Celtic languages, along with its associated people, traditions, and heritage.
The term "Gadhelic" is derived from the Old Irish word "Goidelic", which is the name given to one of the two main branches of the Celtic languages. The Goidelic branch includes Irish Gaelic (Gaeilge), Scottish Gaelic (Gàidhlig), and Manx (Gaelg). Over time, the term "Goidelic" was anglicized to "Gadhelic", which is currently used to refer to the Goidelic branch of Celtic languages.
