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How to pronounce Slievenaboley?

DownDrumgooland (Down)

Hi, I suspect my ancestors came from somewhere near Slievenaboley. I am curious how this is pronounced! Thanks in advance!

Roberta Lamb

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I think Slievenaboley (Irish: Sliabh na Buaile) is either pronounced "sleeve-na-bowl-y" or "sleeve-na-boll-y."

glanvil3@aol.com

Thanks, Patricia!

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