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Irish Proverbs
 

 

Handsome


An bhean atá dóighiúil is furasta a cóiriú.


A handsome woman is easily dressed.


Love At First Sight


The only cure for love is marriage.


Níl aon leigheas ar an ngrá ach pósadh.


Keep It Country


Yesterday 8 cattle were on the loose in Chorlton proving the saying:


Everyone is sociable in Chorlton until a cow invades their garden.


Bíonn chuile dhuine lách go dtéann bó ina gharraí.


True Warmth


No man ever wore a scarf as warm as his daughter’s arm around his neck.


Well Met


Seeing you is like seeing the new season's barley.


Is í an eorna nua tú a fheiciáil.


Tight Lipped


A diplomat must always think twice before she says nothing.


Kindness


A kind word never broke anyone's mouth.


Come Home


Everything in moderation, including moderation.


Take A Left


You can't beat the Calypso.


Stick To Your Horses


Don't be tricked, tempted or made fun of.


Woof or Roar


A live dog is better than a dead lion.


Boy?




Let them know what you want.


The Best Policy


The sun always shines on the honest.


Long Stay


An Irish saying today - of one who overstays their welcome:


"If that man went to a wedding, he'd stay for the christening."