{"id":861307,"date":"2022-04-06T14:53:26","date_gmt":"2022-04-06T13:53:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/21-northern-ireland-language-phrases-to-learn-before-your-next-visit\/"},"modified":"2025-03-03T14:41:19","modified_gmt":"2025-03-03T13:41:19","slug":"21-northern-ireland-language-phrases-to-learn-before-your-next-visit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/21-northern-ireland-language-phrases-to-learn-before-your-next-visit\/","title":{"rendered":"21  Northern Ireland language phrases to travel with"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Although the smallest country in United Kingdom, Northern Ireland arguably has the biggest heart. Friendly locals fill cosy pubs with laughter and empty Guinness glasses; while the warm aromas of steamy Irish stew brings families together at home. Everyone is a friend here \u2013 and the local Irish language is the soul of this friendly community. That\u2019s why you\u2019ll want to learn these Northern Ireland language phrases to connect with the local \u2018craic\u2019 here and get the most out of your trip. 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For example: \u2018You nailed that description dead on\u2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&#8216;<strong>Yeo<\/strong>&#8216;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yeo is used to express excitement in Northern Ireland. For example, give this one a try: \u2018Yeo! I&#8217;m super keen to walk around Belfast after lunch.\u2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&#8216;<strong>Hanging like a bat<\/strong>&#8216;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2018I had too many pints of the Black Stuff last night, I\u2019m hanging like a bat\u2019. You guessed it: this one means hungover. One of our personal favourite Northern Ireland language phrases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&#8216;<strong>Wee<\/strong>&#8216; <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Wee is used all the time to describe something small. For example: That\u2019s \u00a36,50, need a wee receipt?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&#8216;<strong>Dander<\/strong>&#8216;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2022\/04\/thomas-kelley-G1HbURh6Afo-unsplash-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Irish walk\" class=\"wp-image-858057\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Dander means walk! &#8216;Fancy a wee dander by the water later?&#8217;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>GET INSPIRED BY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/ways-to-go\/walking-holidays\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Walking holidays with Trafalgar<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&#8216;<strong>Have a yarn<\/strong>&#8216;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Good chat. &#8216;I\u2019ll see you later, let\u2019s have a yarn!&#8217; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&#8216;<strong>The craic is 90!<\/strong>&#8216;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The craic is 90 refers to the great fun and entertainment being had. 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Let\u2019s go for some dinner\u2019. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>GET INSPIRED BY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/tours\/britain-and-ireland-highlights?season=summer+2023\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Britain and Ireland Highlights<\/a> <\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&#8216;<strong>Go for a poke<\/strong>&#8216;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2022\/04\/mamamiamartino_36500302_218898985285469_7099552228431626240_n-1024x1018.jpg\" alt=\"Northern Ireland language phrases Irish poke\" class=\"wp-image-858058\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the more unusual ones! Poke means \u201cice cream\u201d in Northern Ireland!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&#8216;<strong>You\u2019re some yoke<\/strong>&#8216;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Nope, nothing to do with eggs. In Northern Ireland, yoke means \u2018thing\u2019 \u2013 for example \u2013 \u2018what\u2019s the yolk?\u2019 But to be called a yoke is a great compliment! It means you&#8217;re awesome. Enjoy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&#8216;<strong>Catch yourself on!&#8217; <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Catch yourself on! (meaning &#8216;don&#8217;t be ridiculous\/silly\/stupid&#8217;). The best Bond film is definitely Casino Royale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&#8216;<strong>Jesus, Mary and Joseph<\/strong>&#8216;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Said in disbelief and exasperation! You might say \u2018Jesus, Mary and Joseph\u2019 after a long flight of stairs or if something shocking happens!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&#8216;<strong>Sl\u00e1inte!<\/strong>&#8216;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8216;Sl\u00e1inte!&#8217; means cheers and is best said when toasting a friend or occasion. Just don\u2019t forget to clink your glass! 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