Pronunciation: [ʃˈanat͡ʃi] (IPA) 
The word "shanachie" is pronounced as [SHAN-uh-kee], with primary stress on the first syllable. It is believed to have originated from the Irish word "seanachaidhe", which means storyteller. In modern usage, "shanachie" is used to refer to a traditional Irish storyteller who recites tales of myths, legends, and traditions. Despite its Gaelic origins, the word is spelled in the English manner, with "sh" instead of "se".
The word "shanachie" derives from the Irish language. It comes from the Irish phrase "seanchaí béaloideas", which translates to "storyteller of folklore". The term "seanchaí" means "storyteller" or "historic traditionalist", while "béaloideas" refers to "folklore" or "oral tradition". In Irish culture, seanchaithe, or shanachies, were highly respected individuals who preserved and passed down historical accounts and local legends through storytelling. Over time, the word "shanachie" was adopted into English to refer to a storyteller, especially one who narrates tales of Irish folklore and traditions.
