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Irish Proverbs
 

 

  Below you'll find a selection of Irish proverbs, some profound, some light-hearted. Want to suggest one? Let us know by using the feedback form.  

Age doesn't matter


If it fits the bill no matter the age!


Patchwork


A hole is more honourable than a patch.

Is onórai poll ná paiste.


Walk On

Your feet will bring you to where your heart is.

An áit a bhuil do chroí is ann a thabharfas do chosa thú.




Where's That Pint?


Ní ólann na mná leann ach imíonn sé lena linn.


Women do not drink liquor but it disappears when they are present.


Handsome


An bhean atá dóighiúil is furasta a cóiriú.


A handsome woman is easily dressed.


The Cure


Níl aon leigheas ar an ngrá ach pósadh.


The only cure for love is marriage.


A Cold House


Is folamh, fuar teach gan bean.


Empty and cold is the house without a woman.