Every country has its own code — the words that locals slip into conversation without thinking, and that visitors need a moment to translate. Ireland’s is especially rich, often affectionate, and occasionally confusing (a dodgy pint, a savage meal, being grand when you’re clearly not — all normal).
This free tool takes any Irish slang phrase you type and tells you what it actually means, how to use it, and the tone it carries. 50 core phrases to start; more every week.
