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craic
What does craic mean?
Used as a greeting or question to ask what's happening or how someone is, as in 'what's the craic?'
"Howaya, what's the craic with you these days?"
Origin
From the English/Scots word 'crack' (meaning chat or news), borrowed into Irish as 'craic' and re-spelled the Gaelic way in the mid-20th century. The Irish spelling is now standard and the word is a national identity marker.
Frequently asked questions
What does craic mean in Irish slang?
It means fun, banter, and good times — the whole enjoyable vibe of a situation. 'What's the craic?' also just means 'what's up?'
Is craic spelled crack?
Originally yes, from English 'crack', but the Gaelic spelling 'craic' is now standard in Ireland and avoids confusion with the drug.
How do you use craic in a sentence?
You can say a night had 'great craic', or greet someone with 'what's the craic?' meaning what's happening.
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