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What's the craic?

idiomatic question C1 idiomatic question

An informal Irish or Scottish greeting, meaning 'How are you?', 'What's happening?', or 'What's the news?' It's used to ask about news, gossip, or general goings-on, often in a social setting.

What's the craic?: An informal Irish or Scottish greeting, meaning 'How are you?', 'What's happening?', or 'What's the news?…

Definition

'What's the craic?' is a common English collocation. An informal Irish or Scottish greeting, meaning 'How are you?', 'What's happening?', or 'What's the news?' It's used to ask about news, gossip, or general goings-on, often in a social setting.

Fixed informal question

“When he walked into the pub, he immediately asked, 'What's the craic, lads?'”

Examples

  • As soon as John arrived at the party, he called out, 'What's the craic, everyone?'
  • Walking into the kitchen, she smiled and asked her flatmate, 'What's the craic this morning?'
  • Just saw you heading out, what's the craic with your plans for tonight?
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  • The old friends hadn't seen each other in ages, so the first thing one said was, 'So, what's the craic with you these days?'
  • Before we start talking about work, tell me, what's the craic on your end?
  • A familiar face appeared at the door, and the host jovially greeted them with, 'Well, what's the craic?'
  • When the call connected, Liam immediately said, 'What's the craic? Long time no speak!'
  • Meeting his cousin after the festival, he clapped him on the back and asked, 'So, what's the craic? Did you have a good time?'
  • She had a feeling something exciting had happened, so her first question to her friend was, 'Spill it, what's the craic?'

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