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    10 little things… that tell you you’re dating an Irish man

    Paris CallanBy Paris CallanSeptember 7, 2023No Comments7 Mins Read
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    Irish men are distinctive in their style, charm, and charisma. Curious to learn more? Here are ten little things that tell you you’re dating an Irish man.

    The Irish are collectively known as being a merry bunch. We’re easy to get on with and the type of people that will welcome you with open arms.

    With that being said, it comes as no surprise that the Irish are highly sought after as other halves. If the lilt of the Irish accent and the Celtic charm sounds up your street, here are ten little things that tell you you’re dating an Irish man.

    Table of Contents−
    • Irish men are distinctive in their style, charm, and charisma. Curious to learn more? Here are ten little things that tell you you’re dating an Irish man.
    • Top tips from Meanwhile in Ireland for dating an Irish man
      • 10. A pint and a roast is the key to his heart – a classic combo
      • 9. He thanks the bus driver – good manners
      • 8. He loves the craic – sure, who doesn’t?
      • 7. He drinks tea by the bucketload – the question is Barry’s or Lyons?
      • 6. An owner of at least one sports jersey – GAA, football, rugby…
      • 5. There’ll be no such thing as “just one pint” – even if the intentions are true
      • 4. A social butterfly – as are many Irish people
      • 3. He’ll have a group of ‘lads’ – essentially just a group of mates
      • 2. A lover of spuds – the food of our heritage
      • 1. He loves his mammy – the other woman in his life
    • Your questions answered about dating an Irish man
      • What to know about dating an Irishman?
      • What do Irish guys call their girlfriends?
      • What do the Irish call kissing?
      • What age to Irish men marry?

    Top tips from Meanwhile in Ireland for dating an Irish man

    While it all may be fun and games in our article, here are a few serious tips for dating an Irish man:

    • Irish men have a great sense of humour and love to have the craic! So indulge it and even join in!
    • Irish pub culture is a big part of life in Ireland, and no doubt the Irish man you are dating loves a trip to the pub with the lads.
    • It is very important to have respect for family values if you are dating an Irish man. It is very important how you interact with his immediate family and beyond.
    • Another thing to embrace and respect when dating an Irish man is Irish culture, with the likes of the GAA, Irish language and traditional music all important parts of life.
    • And like any good relationship, communication is key! Talk, be open and be honest with your partner and there will be nothing to complain about!

    10. A pint and a roast is the key to his heart – a classic combo

    They love a roast and a pint.
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    There’s something about a Sunday roast and pint of Guinness that strikes romance in the heart of any warm-blooded Irish man.

    In all fairness, who can blame them? Needless to say: the two combined are a perfect pair!

    9. He thanks the bus driver – good manners

    If he has good manners, then you might be dating an Irish man.
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    The Irish are known for their friendly faces and effortless eloquence. Given this, one of the surefire things that will tell you you’re dating an Irish man is good manners.

    If you spot your date thanking a bus driver, then you can be sure he’s Irish true and true.

    Read: Reading this as a man and fed up? Flip the switch and check out Meanwhile in Ireland’s article on the top 10 little things … that tell you you’re dating an Irish woman

    8. He loves the craic – sure, who doesn’t?

    Irish men love the craic.
    Credit: Fáilte Ireland

    Irish people love the craic (aka banter), and Irish men are no exception to this rule.

    Expect free-flowing conversation, dry humour and witty exchanges. Also, remember to leave your ego at the door; one of the telltale signs of Irish craic is that it is a bit like mockery, but don’t take it too hard – it’s all in good jest.

    And, remember: Irish people can take it as well as they give it!

    7. He drinks tea by the bucketload – the question is Barry’s or Lyons?

    One of the things that tells you you're dating an Irish man is that he loves tea.
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    Tea drinking is almost like a sport in Ireland, with the most accomplished in the field in the older demographic.

    Saying that, champion tea drinking has been passed down through the generations, and Irish people of all ages are known to knock back at least a few cups each day. The question is: Barry’s or Lyons?

    6. An owner of at least one sports jersey – GAA, football, rugby…

    They all have at least one sports jersey.
    Credit: commons.wikimedia.org

    Another one of the things that may tell you you’re dating an Irish man is their wardrobe.

    Irish sports jerseys are everyday garb for Irish men, so if you spot that he’s donning a GAA, football, or rugby jersey, you’ll know you’ve bagged a classic Irish lad. This is another good thing to know before you date an Irish person!

    5. There’ll be no such thing as “just one pint” – even if the intentions are true

    If you're dating an Irish man, you'll know there's no such thing as just one pint.
    Credit: commons.wikimedia.org

    Irish people love to have a drink or two. In fact, we’re known worldwide for our love of liquor. And, while times are changing and sobriety is on the rise in the Emerald Isle, it is known that old habits die hard.

    When you hear someone saying they’re going to the pub for “just one pint”, you can discard that comment from the get-go.

    Read more: We are given you signs you are dating, but here are also eight reasons why Irish people are hopeless at dating

    4. A social butterfly – as are many Irish people

    Irish men are social butterflies.
    Credit: Tourism Ireland

    Irish people are known to have the ‘gift of the gab’ (a colloquial term for eloquence). With that being said, we love an ole’ chin wag and could easily talk to the wall.

    Expect to have non-stop chit chat and laughs when you’re dating an Irish person.

    3. He’ll have a group of ‘lads’ – essentially just a group of mates

    If you're dating an Irish man, you'll meet all the lads.
    Credit: Flickr / Kevin Utting

    It seems most Irish men have their own group of ‘lads’. This essentially means their friendship group that consists of men, but it is another one of the things that tell you you’re dating an Irish man.

    2. A lover of spuds – the food of our heritage

    Ireland's favourite food.
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    If you talk to any Irish person, it may become apparent that we collectively share a love for potatoes – they’re just so versatile!

    Most dinners will consist of a potato side dish, and late-night drunk food and hangover binges usually revolve around this starchy vegetable, too.

    1. He loves his mammy – the other woman in his life

    You know you're dating an Irish man if he loves his mammy.
    Credit: Pixabay / andrey_braynsk

    The final point on our list of things that tell you you’re dating an Irish man is a love for his mammy – the other woman in his life.

    On the bright side, though, this means he’s respectful and family-orientated!

    Read more: For a laugh, have a quick look at our article – “Lads issue urgent appeal for missing man ‘presumed to be in a relationship'”

    Your questions answered about dating an Irish man

    After reading our article about the little signs to look out for to see if you are dating an Irish man, you may still have some questions! Not to worry, for we have you covered here with some of the most frequently asked questions about this topic to us and from online.

    What to know about dating an Irishman?

    Other things to know about dating an Irishman is that you will laugh a lot, you may be introduced to some form of Catholicism, you’ll become a part of their family, and you may end up speaking like them and adopting their phrases.

    What do Irish guys call their girlfriends?

    Different names Irish guys call their girlfriends would be ‘stór mo chroí’ meaning ‘my heart’s treasure’, ‘mó ghrá’ meaning ‘my love’, and ‘muirnín’, meaning ‘darling’.

    What do the Irish call kissing?

    Irish people call kissing a “póg”, as in “give us a póg” or “póigín”.

    What age to Irish men marry?

    The average age that Irish men marry is around 36.4 years, with brides and grooms both getting older before they marry.

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    Paris Donnatella is an avid writer and traveller. From a young age, nomadic parents placed a strong emphasis on education in real experience and the outdoors - a trait which has carried through her life and into her career. She has travelled Europe, Africa, America, Asia and Australia and still claims that wanderlust tempts her daily. Saying that she believes Ireland - her homeland - is the most enchanting place she has ever been and is passionate about documenting the Emerald Isle. Chances are, you can find her drinking coffee in some hidden gem cafe in Dublin, planning her next big trip.

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