Happy New Year to you too Sheila. Sorry we only spotted your comment now. So happy to hear you loved your sister's gift. All the best for 2026 to you and yours from the team here in Dublin.
How to Say Happy New Year in Irish
Written by Ciaran on Dec. 26, 2023 | 8 Comments
Thank you for your support in 2023. Looking back it certainly has been an interesting year! From tree planting, to axe throwing, to Gemma and a few of the team jumping off Croke Park for a good cause. It has been anything but ordinary.
We launched a new collection of jewelry for communions and confirmations, a specially commissioned piece with a master silversmith, a handmade wooden ring box, and stunning Celtic crosses that replicate the iconic high stone monuments found around Ireland.
And of course, most importantly, we had the great privilege to work with many wonderful people around the world, who chose to mark their special moments in 2023 with a piece of our fine jewelry sent with love from Dublin.
So from all of us in Dublin, we wish you and yours a happy and healthy New Year - "Athbhliain Faoi Mhaise".
How to say it in Irish
Would you like to share this phrase with your loved ones this New Years Eve? You can watch our video below to hear how to pronounce "Athbhliain Faoi Mhaise" which directly translated means “New year under prosperity.” Phonetically it sounds like “Ah-vleen free washa.”
Interested in Irish?
Have a grá for gaeilge? Given the time of year, you might like to see a few traditional Irish phrases that are perfect for helping you stick to any new years resolutions you might make. You may also like to check out our other blogs on Irish sayings and phrases if you fancy adding to your cúpla focail in 2024.
Irish New Years Eve Traditions
If you would like to add a few more Irish touches to your NYE celebrations you may be interested in a few common traditions at this time of year.
Spring Clean in December
It's traditional to have your house spick and span for New Years Eve in Ireland, as it was believed that the condition of your home on January 1st would set the tone for the coming year. Many still use the days between St. Stephen's Day and New Years Eve to do a bit of "spring cleaning" in December! We still do this in our home and find it a good way to reset during the hectic holiday period.
Remember and honor the dearly departed
The coming of the New Year is also traditionally a time to look back. Many Irish families designate this time to remember loved ones they've lost. In times past they would have left the door on the latch and set a place at the dinner table for those lost loved ones to return and join them for their New Years meal.
Share a big meal
Also known as Oíche na Cada Moire, or the night of the big portion, Irish families typically treat themselves to a substantial meal enjoyed together on New Years Eve. As well as being tasty and a bit of fun, this big meal was thought to make sure again to set the tone for the coming year. Beginning the year with lots of tasty food would ensure that the coming months would see plenty for everyone in the house.
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Ciaran
My Irish Jeweler
Born in Co. Antrim and reared in Dublin, I was fascinated with Gaelic culture from an early age. I suppose it's not surprising given my mother inherited a grá for the Irish language from my grandfather, an Irish school headmaster. And that grá continues! My brother and sister are now Gaelic teachers here in Ireland, my niece is an award winning Irish dancer, and I proudly work to share Irish culture through our Irish and Celtic Jewelry at My Irish Jeweler!
I love researching and reading about the history of Irish design. It's at the core of what we do here at My Irish Jeweler. I find much of it so interesting that I have to share what I find. I hope you enjoy it!
Comments
Happy New Year to you and the entire staff. I really enjoy the historic information you provide about Ireland and your company. Thank you 🙏🎉
Thank you Stephan. And many happy returns to you and yours. So glad to hear you enjoy our blog. You are most welcome!
Thank you Dennis. I will pass your lovely note on to Ciaran. His entire family are great supporters of the Irish language. So he's delighted to share and will be very pleased to hear you appreciate it. All the best to you and yours for 2024.
Happy New Year. May your New Year be blessed, and prosperous.
Thank you! And many happy returns to you and yours.
I just wanted to thank Ciarán for taking the time out of the busy holiday season to teach these Irish saying’s. You also do the videos with Gemma for the Christmas giveaways. Thanks again, it’s very selfless of you and it is appreciated!
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A very Happy New Year to everyone! I am wearing a beautiful necklace my sister gave to me at Christmas which came from My Irish Jeweler, of course!
Sheila C.