VIDEO: Think your Irish is bad? Check out this New Zealander’s cúpla focal

Admit it. Your Irish has probably gone downhill since you left school, and it wasn’t amazing to start with.

VIDEO: Think your Irish is bad? Check out this New Zealander’s cúpla focal

This video of a lady in New Zealand attempting to say one of our most iconic phrases (an bhfuil céad agam dul amach go dtí an leithreas más é do thoil é) should make you feel a little better.

In fairness though, Simi's not doing too badly for her first attempt.

We feel very smug now that we're able to pronounce our go-to phrase perfectly.

"Léigh anois go cúramach, ar do scrúdpháipéar, na treoracha agus na ceisteanna a ghabhann le Cuid A..."

WANT TO IMPROVE YOUR IRISH?: Campaign encourages people to learn cúpla focal on the loo

HT: Her.ie

x

More in this section

Lifestyle

Newsletter

Eat better, live well and stay inspired with the Irish Examiner’s food, health, entertainment, travel and lifestyle coverage. Delivered to your inbox every Friday morning.

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited