Irish
Translation
Irish
Examples
He has a strong Irish accent.
He has a strong Irish accent.
Irish stew is a traditional dish.
Irish stew is a traditional dish.
Grammar Patterns
((adjective)) relating to Ireland She has Irish heritage.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Scottish, Welsh, English
Etymology
From Old English 'Īras' (inhabitants of Ireland) plus the adjectival suffix '-ish'.
Memory Tips
This adjective comes from the country name 'Ireland'. As a proper adjective, it is always capitalised: 'Irish'.