Learn the authentic Irish pronunciation for “Samhain”, the ancient Gaelic-Celtic feast that inspired Halloween. Hint: it’s not “Sam-hane”.
Note: A longer, text version of this Samhain pronunciation guide is available over at IrishMyths.com (
Intro 00:00
Syllable-by-Syllable Samhain Pronunciation Guide 01:38
Regional Variations in Samhain Pronunciation 03:08
The Scottish Gaelic Pronunciation of Samhain (Samhuinn) 04:05
Final Doubts 04:35
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