Irish: meaning, definitions and examples
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Irish
[ ˈaɪrɪʃ ]
people
Of or relating to Ireland, its people, or the Irish language.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Irish culture is known for its rich history and traditions.
- She has Irish heritage and celebrates St. Patrick's Day every year.
language
The Goidelic language of Ireland, now spoken mainly in areas along the western seaboard of the Republic of Ireland and in Northern Ireland.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- He is learning to speak Irish fluently.
- Many schools in Ireland offer classes in Irish language.
Translations
Translations of the word "Irish" in other languages:
🇵🇹 irlandês
🇮🇳 आयरिश
🇩🇪 irisch
🇮🇩 Irlandia
🇺🇦 ірландський
- ірландка
- ірландець
🇵🇱 irlandzki
- irlandka
- Irlandczyk
🇯🇵 アイルランドの
🇫🇷 irlandais
🇪🇸 irlandés
🇹🇷 İrlandalı
🇰🇷 아일랜드의
🇸🇦 إيرلندي
🇨🇿 irský
- Ir
- Irka
🇸🇰 írsky
- Ír
- Írka
🇨🇳 爱尔兰的
🇸🇮 irski
- Irka
- Irec
🇮🇸 írskt
🇰🇿 ирландиялық
🇬🇪 ირლანდიური
🇦🇿 irlandiyalı
🇲🇽 irlandés
Etymology
The word 'Irish' originates from the Old Irish word 'Ériu' which was the name of a Gaelic goddess and later became the name of the island of Ireland. The adjective 'Irish' has been used since the 16th century to describe people, language, and things related to Ireland. The Irish language has a long history and is an important part of Irish culture and identity.