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Old Irish sayings give us an understanding of the way people think and what they value. If overused they can sound clichéd but used at the right moment, they can hit the nail on the head. There are literally thousands of great sayings in Gaelic, some of which are now used commonly in English by Irish people, and some that just can't be ...
Oct 27, 2023 · ‘Is deas an rud nach bhfuil riachtannach’ (That which is not necessary is pleasant), ‘Is fearr rith maith ná droch-sheas’ (A good run is better than a bad stand) and ‘Sroicheann an capall mall an muileann’ (The slow horse reaches the mill) are some old Irish sayings in Gaelic.
- "May the road rise to meet you." 5 An Irish blessing - "May the road rise to meet you." From the Gaelic "Go n-éiri an bóthar leat," which means "may success be with you".
- "Top of the morning to you." Hollywood invention, never used in Ireland.
- "And the rest of the day to yourself." Also Hollywood.
- "Sláinte!" 5 Anyone who's hung in an Irish pub knows this one!... Sláinte [SLAHN-chə], or "Good Health" in English, is an Irish expression that derives from the old Irish word slán, meaning "healthy" or "safe."
Oct 27, 2023 · Many of the famous Irish sayings below can be found translated into Irish in our Gaelic sayings guide. 1. As old as Methuselah’s cat. The Irish proverb “As old as Methuselah’s cat” is used to describe something/someone that is very old. Methuselah is a figure from the Bible who was known for his exceptionally long lifespan.
Mar 28, 2020 · Many inspirational Irish words and sayings are found in the wise old words of our ancestors. Irish language words are lyrical and soothing and can bring peace and calm. My Irish ears find solace in these uplifting sounds, and in the lilting syllables of the Irish language, one of the six Gaelic languages. And so today, let's examine the power ...
Mar 28, 2018 · There are thousands of great Gaelic sayings, many are currently used by English-speaking Irish. Here’s a sample of some Celtic wisdom that explain life in simple terms: Courtesy of Gaelic Matters. 1. An té a luíonn le madaí, eiroidh sé le dearnaid. He who lies down with dogs, gets up with fleas. 2. Is minic a bhris béal duine a shrón.
