NORTHERN IRELAND
NORTHERN IRELAND
Northern Ireland is a small country at the tip of the Republic of Ireland… very confusing. Home to less than two million people, Northern Ireland is home to the Giant’s Causeway and the setting for Game of Thrones.
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USEFUL KEY PHRASES
What’s the craic? – what’s going on?
Wee – to indicate something is small
Faffin around – procrastinating
Steaming – indication of intoxication
Jammy sod – lucky person
KNOWN FOR
Liam Neeson
The Titanic
The Giant’s Causeway
Currency
Northern Ireland uses Pound Sterling (£).
Language
English is the predominant language but spoken in an Irish dialect. Also, although not widely spoken, Ullans (Ulster-Scots) and Irish are both seen as culturally significant languages.
Weather
Very similar to England, but maybe even a bit more grey…
