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Erin go bragh

/ˈɛrɪn ˌgoʊ ˈbrɑ/
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Erin go bragh is like a rallying cry for anyone with Irish roots, meaning "Ireland forever." It is often proudly displayed on banners at parades or shouted by crowds celebrating their love for the Emerald Isle.

The phrase Erin go bragh comes from the Irish Éirinn go Brách, meaning "Ireland forever." It’s a declaration of enduring pride and loyalty to Ireland, often seen on banners, buttons, and lots of other objects, especially during St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. With roots in the late 18th century, the phrase was used by Irish soldiers and revolutionaries to express their commitment to Ireland’s freedom and identity.

Definitions of Erin go bragh
  1. interjection
    Ireland forever, a phrase used to express allegiance to Ireland
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