Craic

n.

Heard in Derry, Kilkenny, Sligo, Dublin, Roscommon and Galway

Banter, fun, or enjoyable conversation.

In use

Ye can beat your eggs but ye canney beat the craic

Posh English

You may beat your eggs all you like, but you cannot surpass such delightful banter.

Same phrase, other counties

  • Sa craicA greeting equivalent to hello or "what's the craic?" Also used to say hello to someone.
  • BanterAmusement or fun. Also: it was good craic.
  • Animal craicExceptionally good fun.
  • It was great craic alltogether!It was excellent fun or entertainment.
  • The craic was 90The fun or entertainment was excellent.
  • S'craicA casual greeting meaning what's the news, what's happening, or how are you? Craic here…