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First Ever Dictionary of Ancient Celtic Languages Underway

12/8/2025

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Dr. Simon Rodway of Aberystwyth University leads a three-year project to compile the first dictionary of ancient Celtic languages spoken in Ireland and Britain.
The project aims to gather over 1,000 words from sources dating 325 BC to AD 500.
The dictionary will use Julius Caesar's texts, Roman inscriptions, and early Celtic place names.
Online and printed versions of the dictionary are planned.

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Dr. Simon Rodway of Aberystwyth University leads a three-year project to compile the first dictionary of ancient Celtic languages spoken in Ireland and Britain.
The project aims to gather over 1,000 words from sources dating 325 BC to AD 500.
The dictionary will use Julius Caesar's texts, Roman inscriptions, and early Celtic place names.
Online and printed versions of the dictionary are planned.