With around 9,000 keywords and numerous examples of usage, this is the most comprehensive and modern dictionary of its kind, offering the basic vocabulary of contemporary and literary Scottish Gaelic. For each keyword, grammatical information and notes on correct usage are provided. For nouns, additional inflectional endings are indicated, and for verbs, the verbal noun is shown. Numerous examples and phrases illustrate the use of the language and provide insights into different meanings and areas of application. Historical and cultural explanations complement the entries. The clear structure of the keyword articles makes this dictionary a reliable tool for study, travel, and profession.