The Oghams
This is the oldest known script in Ireland, and indeed in the whole of the north of the West. Probably a variant…
Languages in Ireland : the must-haves
Gaelic Terms Halloween in Ireland
How to pronounce Samhain?
The term “Samhain” (or Samain) can seem a little confusing to pronounce for those unfamiliar with the Gaelic language or Celtic culture.…
Where does the expression “Kiss me I’m Irish!” come from?
Kiss me I’m Irish. This popular expression, known internationally, is chanted everywhere on St. Patrick’s Day. It’s become so famous, it’s almost…
The expression Pinch me I’m Irish
Everyone knows the expression “Kiss me I’m Irish”. But do you know the other phrase “Pinch me I’m Irish”? This phrase, regularly…
Most popular Irish first names
Choosing a first name is always a powerful act: it reflects values, culture and sometimes a deep attachment to family or national…
The Murphy family name in Ireland
Ah, Murphy! If you’ve ever set foot on Irish soil or met a native of this emerald isle, chances are you’ve come…
Gaelic Terms Saint Patrick's Day
Irish Gaelic words used on St Patrick’s Day
When St. Patrick’s Day approaches, the streets resound with Celtic music, pubs are decked out with decorations, and people gather to celebrate…
Languages in Ireland Political parties in Ireland
The Gaelic League
In Ireland, Gaelic culture has almost always been under threat. The fault lies with the British presence on Irish soil, which for…
The term “Pub Grub” in Ireland
In Ireland, you’ll regularly hear the expression“Pub Grub“. This is nothing more nor less than a way of referring to “pub food”,…
Irish humor Languages in Ireland
Slagging in Ireland
If you’ve ever visited Ireland, chances are you’ve heard the term“slagging“. But what does it really mean, and why is it such…