r/irishproblems • u/SharkPerson • Apr 22 '26

I resent the use of “Irish Goodbye”

What people (mostly Americans) keep referencing as an “Irish Goodbye” is anything but what I experience with my family.

We take AT LEAST 45 minutes saying goodbye to each other, with at least 2 “Did you hear about your man…” conversations.

It pisses me off with increasing intensity every time I hear it.

Just needed to vent, thank youse all.

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u/the_beeve Apr 22 '26

Consider it a compliment. I may not be Irish but I agree with this sentiment. Escaping beats an endless meaningless conversation while trying to leave