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The English of Ireland, shaped by long contact with Irish Gaelic. Distinctive grammar, intonation, and vocabulary set it apart from British and American varieties.
Irish
Also known as: Gaeilge
A Goidelic Celtic language and the first official language of Ireland. Daily-spoken communities (the Gaeltachtaí) survive in pockets along the western seaboard, around Galway, Donegal, and Kerry.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Irish?
Irish is a dialect of the Irish language.
Where is Irish spoken?
Irish is primarily spoken in Ireland.
Which region is Irish associated with?
Irish is part of the Europe region on DialectAtlas.
Is Irish known by other names?
Yes — Irish is also referred to as Gaeilge.
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