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Irish English meaning

grand

Fine, acceptable, all right, satisfactory, or doing well.

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Meaning

In everyday Irish English, grand frequently means fine, okay, satisfactory, or no problem rather than magnificent or impressive.

Pronunciation and grammar

/ɡrænd/ · adjective

Very common informal Irish English.

How it is used

It appears in replies about health, plans, arrangements, food, weather, or whether something is acceptable. Tone can make it enthusiastic, neutral, or mildly dismissive.

Examples

Local: I’ll meet you at six, that’s grand.

Plain English: Meeting at six is fine.

Local: How are you? I’m grand.

Plain English: How are you? I’m fine.

Important context

The Irish-English sense is often more modest than the standard meaning splendid. Grand may simply signal acceptance rather than strong enthusiasm.

Related Irish English words

Meaning and examplescraicFun, enjoyable conversation, entertainment, or news and lively social activity.Meaning and exampleseejitA foolish person; often teasing, affectionate, or mildly insulting depending on tone.
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