And if you want some scientific background to the Irishisms in English, have a look at "The Grammar of Irish English; Language in Hibernian Style" (Routledge, London and New York 1999) by professor Markku Filppula (University of Joensuu, Finland).

Slightly crept, yes, but couldn't resist: the professor plays tin whistle (and oboe) in our band:-)

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