How do you wish someone well in Irish?

Sláinte chugat.” / “Good health to you.”
A simple wish of good fortune, pronounced “Slawn-cheh ch(k)oo-at.”
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How do you wish good luck in Irish?

Go n-eirí an t-ádh leat is one way of wishing 'good luck' which literally means, 'That luck may rise with you! ' Another well-known phrase that wishes good fortune is go n-éirí an bóthar leat.
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What is a good Irish blessing?

May the sun shine warm upon your face; the rains fall soft upon your fields and until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of His hand.
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What is the most popular Irish blessing?

It's the most well-known Irish blessing, but what exactly are the origins of the much-loved blessing May the Road Rise Up to Meet You? In full, the blessing, which is also used as a prayer, reads as follows: May the road rise up to meet you. May the wind be always at your back.
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What are some good Irish sayings?

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  • May you be at the gates of heaven an hour before the devil knows you're dead!
  • Here's to a long life and a merry one.
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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 do Irish say for cheers?

So how do you say “Cheers”? “Cheers” in Irish is sláinte which is pronounced a bit like “slawn-che”. Sláinte means “health”, and if you're feeling brave, you can say sláinte is táinte (“slawn-che iss toin-che”), meaning “health and wealth”. “Cheers” is one of the words included in lesson 10 of our course.
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What does Erin Go Bragh mean in English?

Definition of Erin go bragh

: Ireland forever.
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What's a good Irish toast?

Toastmasters' Top Ten Irish Toasts
  • "May your troubles be less, and your blessings be more. ...
  • "To all the days here and after, may they be filled with fond memories, happiness and laughter."
  • "May the best day of your past be the worst day of your future."
  • "Always remember to forget the things that made you sad.
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What is well done in Irish?

You can subscribe to us on YouTube by clicking here. Maith thú! Well done! Maith sibh!
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What does Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam mean?

Another often used Irish expression of sympathy is 'Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h'anam dílis' which means 'may his holy soul be on the right side of God'. Someone who has just bought a new outfit will be wished 'health to wear' meaning that it is hoped they will be around long enough to wear it and get value out of it.
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What do you write in an Irish sympathy card?

A part of (Loved one's) heart remained always in Ireland, which is where this tree shall always be. We plant this tree in honour of (loved one), so a part of them shall always be in Ireland. We plant this tree in loving memory of (loved one), who was always so proud of his/her Irish heritage.
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What does Le Gach Dea GHUI meaning?

Le gach dea-ghuí, (Best wishes)
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What is the meaning of Cead Mile Failte?

Literally 'One hundred thousand welcomes'.
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What does Aaron bra mean?

What does “Erin go Bragh” mean in Irish? “Erin go Bragh” translates directly, for the most part, to “Ireland until the end of time,” though some translations occasionally interpret the statement as “Ireland until doomsday.” How morbid! Related: 17 St. Patrick's Day Traditions to Help You Celebrate Irish Pride.
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Is it OK to say Erin go Bragh?

How do you pronounce bragh? The English pronunciation of “Erin go” is exactly the way it is spelled, then the “agh” in “Bragh” makes an “ah” sound. Put together, it's pronounced “Erin-go-brah.”
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How do you toast in Ireland?

Exclaim "Sláinte!" This is the closest term you can use to toast someone "cheers!" in Irish Gaelic.
  1. More accurately, the term "sláinte" translates into the English term "health." When using this term, you are essentially toasting to someone's health.
  2. Pronounce this Irish term as slawn-cha.
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How do you reply to sláinte?

In Irish, the response to sláinte is sláinte agatsa, which translates "to your health as well". The basic Scottish Gaelic equivalent is slàinte (mhath), with the same meaning, to which the normal response is do dheagh shlàinte "your good health".
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What is an Irish drinking saying?

"When we drink, we get drunk. When we get drunk, we fall asleep. When we fall asleep, we commit no sin. When we commit no sin, we go to heaven.
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What is a good sympathy message?

“Our love and deepest sympathies to you and your family.” “May you take comfort in loving memory and the friends and family that surround you.” “May the pain you feel now be nothing compared to joy found within the memories of (name.)” “I can't express how much we loved and cherished (name).
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What is the best condolence message?

My sincerest condolences for you at this time. You have my deepest sympathy and unwavering support. Wishing you peace, comfort, courage, and lots of love at this time of sorrow. My heart goes out to you at this difficult time.
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What is the Irish blessing prayer?

Traditional Irish blessing – you might know this one

“May the raindrops fall lightly on your brow, may the soft winds freshen your spirit, may the sunshine brighten your heart, may the burdens of the day rest lightly upon you, and may God enfold you in the mantle of His love.
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What does Beannachtai na Casca Oraibh mean?

Happy Easter! ( to more than one person) Beannachtaí na Cásca oraibh.
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