The project untangling Northern Ireland's cracker, beezer and class linguistic heritage.
Sisters Mary Green from County Down, Geraldine Rock from County Armagh and Alice Donaghy from County LouthFor shoppers in the Buttercrane shopping centre in Newry, County Down, the proper name for that type of shoe is the subject of some debate.They're now "runners - not that we run much these days", Alice adds.We love to debate the proper name of things. And usually in Northern Ireland, home to countless accents and dialects, there's more than one proper name for most things.
Prof Corrigan says it was the first time she realised there was a perception of a "polite way to talk" and that women were "obsessing over it". On arriving late, Reuben says he came through the door head first to which Sammy replies "sure I fall in ta a shuck" . Another woman who lives in Ballymena, a few miles from Cullybackey, says the phrase in the perceived 'proper' way."It's starving," bellows Valerie Cubbitt in the car park. "Some people think when you say starving it means you're hungry. It means freezing."Valerie Cubitt and Rachel Downes in Cullybackey, County Antrim
United Kingdom Latest News, United Kingdom Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
World Cup 2026 qualifying draw: England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland discover opponentsThomas Tuchel's first games in charge of England have been revealed, while Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland have tricky 2026 World Cup qualifying tests.
Read more »
Northern Ireland Coach Ben Heron Hosts Ireland's Biggest Men's Development EventBen Heron, a Northern Ireland based fitness coach, is hosting 'New Year, New Man', a major event aimed at helping men achieve their physical and personal best. The event, taking place on January 5th at Windsor Park, encourages men to connect, learn and grow together.
Read more »
Ice Warning Issued for Northern Ireland, Power Outages in Republic of IrelandA fresh ice warning has been issued for Northern Ireland, with icy conditions expected to create travel disruptions. Meanwhile, thousands of homes remain without power in the Republic of Ireland due to severe weather conditions.
Read more »
2026 World Cup qualifying draw: England handed tricky draw in Group KEngland, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland discovered their fate.
Read more »
Northern Ireland's Economy Minister to Run for Irish Senate SeatConor Murphy, the Economy Minister for Northern Ireland, will stand for election to the Seanad Éireann, the Irish Senate. Murphy, a prominent member of Sinn Féin, plans to continue his current roles until the Seanad election concludes next month.
Read more »
Northern Ireland's Economy Minister to Run for Seanad Éireann SeatConor Murphy, the Economy Minister for Northern Ireland, is entering the race for a seat in Seanad Éireann. He aims to continue his current ministerial duties until the election concludes next month.
Read more »