French word

celtique

Pronunciation

IPA/sɛltik/

Meaning

  • adjectiveCeltic

Example

On écoute souvent de la musique celtique ici.

People often listen to Celtic music here.

Illustration for celtique (Celtic)

More examples

Une danse celtique peut être entraînante.

A Celtic dance can be lively.

Core concept

A cultural thread linking Celtic traditions, music, art, and languages.

Common phrases

  • musique celtique

    Celtic music

  • danse celtique

    Celtic dance

  • instrument celtique

    Celtic instrument

Similar words

irlandais: Related to Irish traditions and folk music.
traditionnel: Passed down through generations in customs, styles, or folk music.
écossais: Related to Scottish traditions and folk music.

Definition in French

Qui se rapporte aux traditions, à l'art ou aux langues des peuples celtiques.

Word origin

French celtique comes through Latin Celticus from Greek Keltoi, an ancient name for Celtic peoples.

Usage tips

  • Celtique has the same singular form for masculine and feminine nouns, but its plural is celtiques.

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