Irish Slang

Irish Slang Phrases

Details: Parent Category: Munster; Created: 19 August 2019

An acronym for the phrase "Come On You Boys in Green" (C.O.Y.B.I.G.) in reference to a phrase uttered at Republic of Ireland soccer matches in support of our players.

Details: Parent Category: Munster; Created: 19 August 2019

Up the road

Details: Parent Category: Ulster; Created: 19 August 2019

Shes on her period - comes from the saying 'red rag to a bull

Details: Parent Category: Ulster; Created: 19 August 2019

Now / these days

Details: Parent Category: Connaught; Created: 19 August 2019

To go for a spin in a car. or a look

Details: Parent Category: Connaught; Created: 19 August 2019

In the process of courting a young lady you try your luck by moving your head in the direction of her lips. This act usually occurs at the end of a social night. This may result in a "Shift" or a "slap" both of which you can "chat" to the boyz about.