What is a coracle?

Q: What is a coracle?


A: A coracle is a small, lightweight boat that was used in Wales, parts of Western and South West England, Ireland, and Scotland.

Q: Where was the coracle used?


A: The coracle was used in Wales, parts of Western and South West England, Ireland, and Scotland.

Q: What is the origin of the word "coracle"?


A: The word "coracle" comes from the Welsh word cwrwgl which is related to the Irish and Scottish Gaelic word currach.

Q: When did English start using the term "coracle"?


A: The term "coracle" has been recorded in English as early as the 16th century.

Q: Are there any other spellings for "coracle"?


A: Yes, other old English spellings include corougle, corracle, curricle and coricle.

Q: Are there similar boats to a coracles found elsewhere?


A: Yes, similar boats to a coracles can be found in India, Vietnam, Iraq and Tibet.

Q: Is there an Irish or Scottish Gaelic equivalent for “coracles”?



A: Yes, the Irish and Scottish Gaelic equivalent for “coracles” is currach.

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