How to use Irish
Use Irish as the adjective; use Irish person for one person. In a sentence, choose the form that matches whether you are describing a person, a group or something connected with Ireland.
Forms in English
English demonyms usually do not change for masculine and feminine forms. The important distinction is often between adjective, singular noun and plural noun.
| Main demonym | Irish |
|---|---|
| Adjective | Irish |
| One person | Irish person |
| Plural | Irish people |
Precision note
Irish is the standard adjective and demonym for Ireland.
Examples in English
- “An Irish person was included in the programme.”
- “Several Irish people took part in the discussion.”
- “The article described an Irish cultural event in a neutral way.”
Common questions about Ireland
What is the demonym for Ireland?
The English demonym for Ireland is Irish.
What do you call one person from Ireland?
One person from Ireland can be called an Irish person.
What is the plural form?
The plural form used here is Irish people.