The attractive cast iron street sign probably dates from the early years of the 20th century. Nearly all street signs in the Republic of Ireland are written in Irish and English. By the end of the 19th century the Irish language had succumbed to English everywhere except in remote coastal regions. It was revived on the foundation of the Irish state.

They say better English is spoken in Ireland than in any other part of the English speaking world, partly as a result of the influence of the highly poetic and expressive Irish language.

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Keywords: Co Kerry, Listowel, signs, streets, Irish language, Gaelic, Gaeilge, An Chearnóg