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Craic, Banter and Having a Chat

Learn how Irish English speakers talk about conversation, enjoyment and social interaction, and interpret common expressions without relying on their literal wording.

What's the craic?

Sooner or later in Ireland, you are likely to encounter the word craic. It is strongly associated with informal social conversation, and its meaning changes slightly with context. Someone greeting you might ask What's the craic? They are not necessarily requesting a detailed report. Depending on the situation, the question can work rather like asking what's happening, how things are…

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