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Many people think that the language of Ireland is English spoken with a lilting brogue. They don't realize that the Irish language is Gaelic and that's an Irish accent coloring the English!

Irish was banned centuries ago in Ireland, but it was impossible to destroy, and is still spoken by many people in Ireland and in Irish communities around the world.

If you really want to get in the spirit of St. Patrick's Day, say it in Irish! ...

Irish Gaelic Translator - A great site for learning the fundamentals of the Irish language, the section on St. Patrick's Day has several greetings in both English and Gaelic.

The Irish Corner - This site features a great selection of e-cards for St. Patrick's Day that can be personalized with a choice of messages in Gaelic as well as cards with the message Lá Fhéile Pádraig and Beannacht Lá Fhéile Pádraig.

101 St. Patrick's Day eCards - A glorious selection of e-cards to send your St. Patrick's Day wishes near and far. Check out the cards in Gaelic!

Speaking Our Language - Listen to audio files with the pronunciation of everyday phrases in Gaelic.

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