21 sayings you’ll understand only if you’re Irish

• The Irish are known in the US for their quick speaking and heavy accents.
• They’ve also got a few unique phrases and words, like “craic” and “eejits.”
• Sadly, if you aren’t from Ireland or of Irish descent, you probably haven’t heard half of them.

Not only does Ireland have incredible natural beauty and famously fun citizens, but the people also have a certain way with words. 

The Irish are known in the US for their quick speaking and heavy accents, but they’ve also got a few out-of-the-box phrases that are worth noting. Sadly, if you aren’t from Ireland or of Irish descent, you probably haven’t heard half of them.

We rounded up 21 Irish sayings — and what they really mean.