Ireland
What cultural faux pas should I try to avoid making in Ireland?
We asked people in Ireland if they could share any humorous cultural blunders they commited. For new expats, keep in mind that these incidents are an inevitable part of expat life. Learning to laugh about them is the key!...
"I kept referring to my kids trousers as "pants" which would be normal in Canadian culture. My friend took me aside and told me I had to stop because "pants" here means underwear!!! Oh and once my son was asked to wear his boots to his gaelic football practice - I sent him in rubber boots not realizing they meant cleats! Fortunately my kids are very forgiving :)," said a member in South County Dublin, Ireland.
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"It is important to respect local customs when visiting Ireland. Avoid using offensive language or making degrading comments about any person, culture or faith. It is important to ask for permission before taking photographs of people or sites. Avoid speaking too loudly and using your mobile phone in public places as this could be seen as impolite. Respect local time as some shops and businesses may have different closing hours on religious holidays. When dining in a restaurant, remember to remove your hat before entering and to remain respectful and courteous throughout," remarked another expat who made the move to Ireland.
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What cultural faux pas should I try to avoid making in Ireland?
If you live in Ireland, newcomers to Ireland would love to hear your answer to this question.
About the Author
Betsy Burlingame is one of the founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and the Founder and President of Expat Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University
with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
