What is Ireland's motto?

The Republic of Ireland has no national motto, but Erin go Bragh (Ireland Forever) is a popular unofficial motto. Northern Ireland has used the motto Quis separabit?, Latin from Romans 8:35: Quis nos separabit a caritate Christi..., "Who shall separate us from the love of Christ?"
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What is the IRA slogan?

Tiocfaidh ár lá (Irish pronunciation: [ˈtʲʊkiː aːɾˠ ˈl̪ˠaː]) is an Irish language sentence which translates as "our day will come". It is a slogan of Irish Republicanism. "Our day" is the date hoped for by Irish nationalists on which a united Ireland is achieved.
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What is Ireland's full name?

The Constitution of Ireland of 1937, provides that Ireland (or Éire in Irish) is the official name of the State and following the enactment of the Republic of Ireland Act of 1948, in 1949, Ireland became a Republic.
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What is the meaning of tiocfaidh AR LA?

"Tiocfaidh ár Lá" is the Irish for "Our Day Will Come"
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What is a national symbol for Ireland?

The official State emblems of Ireland are the Harp and the Shamrock. The National Flag is not a State emblem but is protected under the Irish Constitution.
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What is Ireland's mascot?

The Irish Hare (Lepus timidus) has been described as a national animal, as has the red deer (Cervus elaphus). Although extinct, the Irish Elk is also associated with Ireland.
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What animal is Ireland known for?

The red deer (Cervus elaphus) is Ireland's largest wild mammal and could be considered its national animal.
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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 a Chucky in Ireland?

chucky (plural chuckies) (Northern Ireland, derogatory, slang) An Irish Republican, especially one who has supported the armed struggle.
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Why are Irish called Fenians?

Fenian, member of an Irish nationalist secret society active chiefly in Ireland, the United States, and Britain, especially during the 1860s. The name derives from the Fianna Eireann, the legendary band of Irish warriors led by the fictional Finn MacCumhaill (MacCool).
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What is Ireland's nickname?

Synonyms, crossword answers and other related words for IRELAND'S NICKNAME [erin]
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What flag is Ireland?

The National Flag of Ireland, a tricolour of green, white and orange, is intended to symbolise the inclusion of and the aspiration for unity between people of different traditions on this island. The flag is twice as wide as it is high. The three colours are of equal size and the green goes next to the flagstaff.
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Who owns Ireland?

The island of Ireland comprises the Republic of Ireland, which is a sovereign country, and Northern Ireland, which is part of the United Kingdom. The Republic of Ireland endured a hard-fought birth.
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Why do the Irish say like?

'. Like – This is used in a lot of other countries however the Irish use it a little differently, it's usually placed at the end of sentences. For example, 'she is crazy, like'; 'It was some good craic, like'. It is often like an accentuation to the story.
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What does Erin Go Bragh mean in English?

Definition of Erin go bragh

: Ireland forever.
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What do you call an Irish girl?

[ 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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What does cute mean in Ireland?

The phrase "cute hoor" is exemplary in Hiberno-English as it represents three different categories of the dialect: an English word with a distinct meaning in Ireland (cute, meaning shrewd), an Irish neologism in English based on Irish phonetics (hoor, derived from whore) and a compound phrase with a distinct meaning of ...
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What is a typical Irish meal?

Potatoes are still a staple at most mealtimes, with traditional dishes remaining popular. Colcannon is a classic, comforting mash of potatoes, cabbage (or kale) and butter (or cream), flavoured with spring onions. Champ is a similar, mashed potato favourite, flavoured with spring onions, milk and butter.
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Why do 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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Do the Irish say bloody?

Bloody: Bloody is a mild profanity in British and Irish English. Avoid saying it in polite society. Crap: Crap is a stronger curse word in British and Irish English than in American English. Avoid saying it in polite society.
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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 is the national fruit of Ireland?

Greasy Pippin (Northern Ireland)
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What flower represents Ireland?

The History of the Shamrock

Although arguably not exactly a flower, the shamrock is a small clover which is now the national flower of Ireland. It came to be so as it was once an important symbol to the ancient Irish Druids, as a plant naturally displaying the triad with its three heart-shaped leaves.
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What are 3 interesting facts about Ireland?

Facts About Ireland for Kids
  • The River Shannon is the longest river in Ireland. ...
  • The highest mountain in Ireland is Carrauntoohil. ...
  • St. ...
  • Cork is the biggest county in Ireland. ...
  • The first potato was planted there! ...
  • The smallest county in Ireland is Louth. ...
  • Halloween originated in Ireland. ...
  • There are five cities in Ireland.
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