What should I avoid in Ireland?

But if you want to have the smoothest trip possible, here are a few things you probably shouldn’t do in Ireland.

Say it’s part of the British Isles.
Generally be insensitive to the country’s troubled history.
Smoke indoors.
Butcher the Irish language.
Fail to get a round in.
Complain about the weather.

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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”

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.

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)

What are some bad things about Ireland?

Here’s 21 reasons why Ireland is undoubtedly the worst country in the world.

There are no nice views anywhere on the island.
There’s no good restaurants.
The nightlife is terrible.
No big act ever has a concert here.
There’s no wildlife.
Our soccer team can’t beat the best countries.
It has no history.

How do you offend someone in Ireland?

Here are some of the best ways to rile up an Irish person:

Spit in his Guinness.
Insult his mother.
Insult his mother’s cooking.
Tell him U2 are overrated.
Ask him if Ireland is still part of Britain.
Demand his pot of gold.
Insist that he dance a jig.
Ask him if people still marry their cousins in Ireland.

What should you never say to an Irish person?

Eleven things you should never say to an Irish person

Potato. Not funny, ever.
Oh you’re Irish…
Isn’t Ireland part of the UK?
What do you mean you have your own language?
Top of the morning to you.
To be sure to be sure.
Say thirty-three and a third.
You must come from a big family.

What do they call bathrooms in Ireland?

the jacks
In Ireland, ‘the jacks’ means ‘toilet’, most commonly used to refer to public bathrooms. Every Irish person knowns what this term means, but few know why they use it – indeed it’s difficult to find a solid explanation. Some believe it to be derived from the Tudor English term ‘jakes’, first used in the 16th century.

Is wearing green illegal in Ireland?

British wanted to stamp out Irish identity
They banned people from wearing green as an open symbol of their Irish identity. Irish newspapers published notices stating that wearing such items as green ribbons or handkerchiefs as “an emblem of affection to Ireland” were forbidden.

What are some taboos in Ireland?

Top 10 social taboos of Ireland

Your problems – we each have our own.
The Great Famine – a dark history better kept quiet.
Bedroom talk – keep it PG, folks.
Roles of men and women – you’re looking an argument.
Referencing colonialism – it’s a touchy subject.
Money – just don’t bring it up.
Getting rowdy – calm yourself down.

What is in a full Irish breakfast?

Traditionally, the most common ingredients in Ireland are bacon rashers, pork sausages, fried eggs (or scrambled), white pudding, black pudding, toast and fried tomato. Sauteed field mushrooms are also sometimes included, as well as baked beans, hash browns, liver, and brown soda bread.

Why do the Irish like to drink so much?

Why do Irish people drink so much alcohol? Irish people drink alcohol for the same reasons other populations drink. For example, drinking is often an activity modeled by parents or peers, helps relieve stress or is part of normal development and coming-of-age transitions.

Is Ireland on the flag?

Flag of Ireland

Name	Bratach na hÉireann ‘the Tricolour’
Use	National flag and ensign
Proportion	1:2
Adopted	1916 (constitutional status; 1937)
Design	A vertical tricolour of green, white and orange

Is Ireland a bad place to live?

Ireland is a gorgeous country with rolling, green hills, a breathtaking coastline, and history and culture for days. For all its attractions, Ireland is also a place of high living costs, widespread unemployment, and a growing problem with drugs and organized crime.

Is Ireland nice to live?

Number one: It’s a great place for expats
Picking up on the theme of ranking well for the quality of life, Ireland is number one in the ‘Good Country’ index and according to Travel and Leisure magazine has the first, third and fourth friendliest cities in the world. That’s some accolade.

What is the nicest county in Ireland?

The 10 most beautiful counties in Ireland

Co. Clare.
Co. Galway.
Co. Mayo.
Co. Wicklow.
Co. Cork.
Co. Kerry. Kerry is one of Ireland’s most southern counties and it borders Cork.
Co. Antrim.
Co. Donegal. Donegal is a favourite for holidaymakers, and for very good reason!

What is a good Irish insult?

16 Common Irish Insults and Bold Irish Curses

Tool. Ah, tool.
Dryshite. I haven’t heard this one used that much as of late.
Pup. This is another relatively tame one.
Huair/Hoor (an Irish insult with both an offensive and a playful meaning)
Wagon.
Thick.
Gobshite (a much-loved Irish insult)
Bollocks.

Do the Irish swear alot?

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.

What is a pox bottle?

Poxbottle
How many words do Irish people need to express the opinion that they think someone is a fool? Lots, apparently.

How do Irish people say 3?

You may notice Irish people pronouncing ‘three’ as ‘tree’. Or ’33 and a third’ as ‘turty tree and a turd’.This pronunciation may have originated from the Irish/ Gaelic word for the number three being “trí”.

What does feckin eejit mean?

idiot
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.