Gaelic Proverbs and Sayings

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Irish Proverbs


Irish Diplomacy is the ability to tell a man to go to hell so that he looks forward to making the trip.

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An Irishman has an abiding sense of tragedy which sustains him through temporary periods of joy.

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Life is like a cup of tea, it’s all in how you make it!


A trout in the pot is better than a salmon in the sea

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Humor to a man is like a feather pillow. It is filled with what is easy to get but gives great comfort.


There's no need to fear the wind if your haystacks are tied down.


A wild goose never reared a tame gosling.

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A boys best friend is his mother and there's no spancel stronger than her apron string.


If you lie down with dogs you'll rise with fleas.


An old broom knows the dirty corners best !


To the raven her own chick is white.

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It s no use carrying an umbrella if your shoes are leaking.


As you slide down the banister of life, may the splinters never point in the wrong direction.


A friend's eye is a good mirror.


A silent mouth is melodious.

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Both your friend and your enemy think you will never die.


Even a small thorn causes festering.


If you want to be criticized, marry.


It is not a secret if it is known by three people.


The work praises the man.

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The world would not make a racehorse of a donkey


You've got to do your own growing, no matter how tall your grandfather was