What are popular Irish sayings?

Answer 1

It can be argued that several words and phrases came from Irish.

First, there needs to be an understanding that Irish (like Welsh and Scots) is part of the Gaelic language, actually uncommon dialects within the language. Words like "whiskey" have a direct meaning in Gaelic - the translation is "water of life".

Other words. Donneybrook (a huge fight/brawl) Berserk (violent, crazed) - origin is thought to be from early invasions of Ireland by the Vikings, who were considered crazed warriors, or "Berserkers". How they got 'crazed' is open to debate - some people think eating hallucinogenic mushrooms.

Phrases: "Bob's your uncle" - based on political antics performed by the British during their rule of the country.

Answer 2

There are plenty of Irish sayings and blessings that combine wit with humor. But my favorites are Irish toasts such as:

May the Devil cut the toes off our foes, that we may know them by their limping.

or

Here's to a sweetheart, a bottle, and a friend.

The first beautiful, the second full, the last ever faithful.

Answer 3

"top of the morning to ya"

Answer 4

Top of da mornin' to ya

ello' mate

Answer 5

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