Limerick, 1st April 2023
Dia dhaoibh, a chairde!
We have some incredibly shocking news to share with you all on this fine first of April! It seems the world of language learning has been turned upside down, as OpenAI’s artificial intelligence has finally taken over the job of learning Irish. Say goodbye to your flashcards and grammar books, because we are now officially obsolete!
That’s right, folks! You can now retire from your lifelong journey of learning Gaeilge, as the AI has it all covered. In fact, it has become so proficient in the language that it can even write this newsletter for us! So, it is with a heavy heart (and a slight sigh of relief) that we announce our early retirement. Go raibh maith agat, OpenAI!
In fact, the AI is so advanced that it can do more than just learn Irish. Here’s a list of some of its other “accomplishments”:
- It can now tell the difference between “craic” and “crack” in context, a skill that has eluded many of us humans for years.
- The AI has perfected the Irish accent, so much so that it could easily pass as a native speaker from any corner of Ireland. We’re looking at you, Siri.
- It can now engage in a full-on debate about the merits of Tayto vs. King crisps, all while sipping on a perfectly poured pint of Guinness.
- It has even mastered the art of Irish dancing and can pull off a flawless Riverdance routine. (We’re still waiting for video evidence of this one, though!)
But don’t worry, dear learners! We’re only joking! We know that there’s no substitute for the passion, dedication, and love that you all have for the Irish language. Plus, let’s face it: no AI could ever match the camaraderie and craic we have together as we navigate the beautiful world of Gaeilge.
So, keep on learning, keep on laughing, and most importantly, never stop enjoying the journey. It’s true that AI might be getting smarter every day, but it will never be able to replace the unique experience that comes with learning a language like Irish.
Slán go fóill, agus ná bíodh eagla ort – we’ll still be here for you, every step of the way!
Your ever-devoted and still-human Bitesize Irish Team 💚
P.S. Don’t forget to laugh today – it’s good for the soul! Leave a reply below!
AI marches on but can it provide the Irish wind and rain on my face and the loneliness of a remote Slieve
Go hálainn!
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Haha!
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The headline compelled me to open the newsletter. And then I remember what day it is-April Fools!!
Yes, it wrote quite a good headline!
That’s fine , until it stumbles on ‘ Fillum ‘ and ‘Does be ‘ ;, my Father’s main contribution to conversation in the pub
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Ní féidir Bitesize a chur in áit na Gaeilge! The proof is in that Google translation, haha!! I’m grateful for the Bitesize Irish team! Is maith liom sibh!
Ah, go raibh míle maith agat, Nancy.
🤣 ar fheabas!! 🤣
GRMA Linda!
Dia dhuit!
Almost credible! 😀
And to be clear, we didn’t write this. I think the AI came up with some funny points 😁
This seems like an appropriate time to reveal that I AM in fact a robot.
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How do you say “ha ha” in Irish?!
Good one! Thanks for the laugh 😂
Well it’s lenited in Irish, so it becomes “nha nha”.
Only messing 😁
Sona La na nAmadan. Ta athas orm ta neach daonna.
Go raibh maith agat, Charlotte.
This made me laugh way too hard! I might or might not have snorted my tea out through my nose. Tha k you for this wee bit of fun!
Thanks to the robots! 😉🤖