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As I understand it, and strictly from the folk tradition among the Irish, the phrase refers to the Irishman's quick temper and his inclination to challenge anything that he considers a slight or a violation of his rights. We Irish are supposed to have a quick temper and be ready to fight at the drop of a disparaging phrase. "That comments got his Irish up and his dukes came up with it."
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What is the origin of the phrase to get your Irish up?
There is a belief that the Irish people are renowned for their (bad) temper. People therefore sometimes refer to the Irish Temper.So, "Don't get your Irish up." means "Don't lose your temper. Stay calm. Don't be angry."See Related Link below ads
What does the phrase Irish at heart mean?
You drink a lot
What is a derogatory question?
Any phrase that is described as derogatory means that it has a negative connotation. For example: "Have you stopped beating your wife?"; "Have you always been this unpleasant or have you developed the ability over many years?"; "Are all your family mentally incompetent or are you the exception?"
What is the origin of the phrase as Irish as the pigs of Dublin?
ANSWER::there were pigs and they were Irish and they lived in Dublin,, its a rather esay description if i do say so my self ;D xD
Where did the phrase 'not one red cent' originate?
There are two different schools of thought on where the phrase "one red cent" originated. The first may be because of the reddish hue of copper that is used to mint pennies, which are worth one cent. Another may be a derogatory term used for Indian head pennies, as Native Americans are frequently called "red men" or "red skins" in a derogatory manner.
What is the proper term for Irish twins?
There is no proper term for "Irish Twins" (a derogatory phrase by the way). They would simply be siblings.
What does tpt in texting stand for?
It can be a derogatory phrase such as trailer park trash.
What is Irish phrase for self defense?
In Irish it's "féinchosaint"
What is the Irish Gaelic phrase for Vine of Truth?
In Irish it is FÉITHLEOG FÍRINNE.
How do you say team drink in Irish?
Drinking is part of Irish history and society. The English phrase 'team drink' becomes the Irish phrase 'deoch fhoireann' when translated.
What is the origin of the phrase to get your Irish up?
There is a belief that the Irish people are renowned for their (bad) temper. People therefore sometimes refer to the Irish Temper.So, "Don't get your Irish up." means "Don't lose your temper. Stay calm. Don't be angry."See Related Link below ads
Is the phrase easy on the eyes a derogatory remark?
No, it's a compliment. Easy on the eyes, as in, pleasant to look at.
What does thank you mean in Irish?
'Thank you' is an English phrase and therefore has no meaning in Irish.
What is an Irish mick?
Mick is a name the Americans gave to the Irish because the potatoes they cooked in the coals of a fire were called ickies. It is a derogatory remark in the same way the n word is.
What is jungle toe?
Jungle toe is a slang phrase used to refer to a person's ugly feet. It is derogatory.
What does the Irish phrase seo é mean?
This (is) he/it.
What is origin of phrase simmer down?
IRISH
