What does Feck off mean in Irish?

Irish English
It notably lacks the sexual connotations that "fuck" has, but can otherwise be used to replace "fuck" in any other way—this includes terms such as "fecking", "fecked", "feck off", etc. It is also used as Irish slang meaning "throw" (e.g. "he fecked the remote control across the table at me".)
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Why do the Irish say feck?

Feck as a verb once meant “keep a look out”, maybe from Irish feic. And then there is the Irish slang feck “steal, take”, which the Chambers Dictionary of Slang says may originate in Old English feccan “to fetch, gain, take”, or German fegen “to plunder”.
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What does feck mean in slang?

verb. Irish slang for "fuck" but considered less offensive. You're a fecking idiot! Feck off. Ah, feck!
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What does feckin eejit mean in Irish?

Product Description. Irish slang definition of the word "eejit". One of the most common Irishisms. Like an idiot or a fool but much nicer and friendlier. Even smart and intelligent people can act the feckin eejit.
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What do you call an Irish lady?

[ ahy-rish-woom-uhn ] SHOW IPA. / ˈaɪ rɪʃˌwʊm ən / PHONETIC RESPELLING. noun, plural I·rish·wom·en. a woman born in Ireland or of Irish ancestry.
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Irish People Explain Irish Insults



Is it okay to say feck?

The most popular and widespread modern use of the term is as a slang expletive in Irish English, employed as a less serious alternative to the expletive "fuck" to express disbelief, surprise, pain, anger, or contempt.
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What is considered rude in Ireland?

When driving, especially in more rural areas, it's considered rude in Ireland to not acknowledge an oncoming driver. This is done by simply lifting a finger off the steering wheel in greeting. You could raise the whole hand if you recognize the person, but at least a slight wave motion in passing is expected.
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What is a toilet called in Ireland?

The Jacks. The jacks is Irish slang for toilet, derived from the older English word for toilet jakes.
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What is the most Irish thing to say?

Here are 15 Irish expressions to break out on St. Paddy's Day:
  1. May the road rise up to meet you. ...
  2. Sláinte! ...
  3. What's the craic? ...
  4. May the cat eat you, and may the devil eat the cat. ...
  5. Two people shorten the road. ...
  6. Story horse? ...
  7. On me tod. ...
  8. Acting the maggot.
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What is the most Irish thing?

  • 1) Guinness. Of course, the number one spot on our list of Irish things just had to go to Guinness! ...
  • 2) The Irish Flag. ...
  • 3) Leprechauns. ...
  • 5) Irish Coffee. ...
  • 6) St Patricks Day. ...
  • 7) Irish Soda Bread. ...
  • 8) The Irish Wolfhound. ...
  • 9) The Shamrock.
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What should you not say in Ireland?

10 Things Tourists Should Never Say in Ireland
  • “I'm Irish”
  • Quizzing about potatoes.
  • Anything about an Irish car bomb.
  • “Top of the morning to you”
  • “Everything is better in… (insert large city)”
  • “St Patty's Day”
  • “Do you know so-and-so from…”
  • “I love U2”
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What can you not eat in Ireland?

10 Irish Food Rules You Must Not Break
  • Rashers (this is back bacon - like Canadian bacon.
  • Pork sausages.
  • Black pudding (sausages mixed with oats, herbs and pork blood - trust me, its delicious)
  • White pudding (same as above, minus the blood)
  • Grilled mushrooms.
  • Grilled tomatoes.
  • Eggs (scrambled, fried or poached)
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What time is dinner in Ireland?

From personal experience, dinner in Ireland is between 6 and 9 PM but in some cases later. I usually eat early and did get dinners at 6 PM, many diners did come in around 7, the time I left, but in some more expensive places people would just come in around that time and make reservations for later in the evening.
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What is an Irish look?

The Modern Irish Look

The modern Irish usually have light features – pale blue or green eyes, reddish or brown hair and fair skin with freckles.
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Is Eejit a swear word?

Is Eejit a swear word? (Ireland, slang, derogatory) An objectionable person, usually female. Eejit – is the Irish English equivalent and is common in fictional and vernacular dialogue. It doesn't connote mental retardation – an idiot can – instead signalling foolish behaviour, be it chronic or occasional.
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What does feckin mean in Scottish?

Definition of feck

1 Scottish. a : the greater share : majority —usually used with the the feck of the town council didn't fancy his backers— John Buchan.
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How are you in Irish slang?

Grand (an iconic bit of Irish slang) Grand means OK. You'll hear it most commonly used as a response to, 'How's it going'/'How are you feeling? '/'How are you today?
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Do the Irish swear a lot?

Swearing is rife in Ireland. No, that's an understatement, swearing is epidemic in Ireland. It used to be that swearing was reserved for all-male gatherings, or certain places (like sporting events or the school yard), but in recent years swearing has become much more common, uni-sex, and offensive.
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How much Irish do you have to be to be considered Irish?

Your parent is an Irish citizen born in Ireland

If one of your parents was an Irish citizen at the time of your birth – and that parent was born in Ireland – you automatically have Irish citizenship.
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What is the national dish of Ireland?

The National Dishes of Ireland

Irish Stew is a thick, hearty dish of mutton, potatoes, and onions and undisputedly the national dish of Ireland. Within the dish are many of the ingredients synonymous with the island, potatoes being one of the most recognized.
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What is in a full Irish breakfast?

All full Irish breakfasts include some or all of the following: Bacon, sausages, baked beans, eggs, mushrooms, grilled tomatoes, and perhaps some cooked leftover potatoes made into a hash or a bubble and squeak. There will also be toast, butter, marmalade, and lots of tea to drink.
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What is a typical lunch in Ireland?

The Dining Experience in Ireland

Lunch often consists of a bowl of hot soup alongside freshly baked soda bread, but a heartier lunch menu can be found at the local pubs, where typical Irish plates are served around the clock.
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Is corned beef actually Irish?

While many of these so-called “Irish traditions” are actually more American than Irish, corned beef does have Irish roots. Here's the complicated Irish history of corned beef. Beef, corned or otherwise, wasn't often eaten in ancient Ireland because the cow was considered a symbol of wealth in the Gaelic religion.
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What is a fanny in Ireland?

Fanny pack: The term fanny in Irish is applied exclusively to female genitalia, so whatever you are wearing, it isn't a fanny pack; it's a waist-belt or a waist-pouch.
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What is an Irish person called?

Definition of Irishman

1 : a native or inhabitant of Ireland. 2 : a person who is of Irish descent.
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