Break out the green, buy that can of red hair dye and start searching for that four-leaf clover because it is that time of year again, folks. Happy Saint Patrick's Day! Although none of us may actually know what we are celebrating on this annual March 17th, we are ready to go anyways.
This year, it is time to step up your game. We are going to take Saint Patrick's Day to a whole new level. Here are some Irish sayings that will impress your friends all day long this Thursday.
Happy Saint Patrick's Day! - Lá Fhéile Pádraig Sona Duit!
(La ale-lah pwad-rig son-ah ditch)
Okay, this one you've just got to have. How many times do you think you'll use it? 50? Better start memorizing.
Kiss me, I'm Irish - Tabhair 'om póg, is Éireannach mé
(TOO-irr um pogue, iss AY-ron-ock may)
You must make sure you memorize this one so that you are ready when all of those cute ginger leprechauns come out for the day.
Ireland forever - Erin go Bragh
(Err-in gah bra)
Use this one to pick out all of the real Irish people roaming around. Then, show off all of your Irish knowledge to get on their good side. You never know, maybe you'll get some authentic Irish luck out of 'em!
May the luck of the Irish be with you! - Is féidir leis an ádh na hÉireann a bheith in éineacht leat!
This phrase puts you on the good side of all of the non-Irish people -- who doesn't want a little Irish luck?
Cheers! - Cheers!
Could it be any easier?
Start practicing, friends. Only a few more days and you'll be impressing all of your peers, strangers and fellow Irishmen with your knowledge. And remember,
Shona Lá Fhéile Pádraig!