Top English words that have Irish origins. While English may be the most used language in the western world, it has borrowed from many other languages over the centuries such as French, Germanâ¦ and Irish. In fact, some of the most colourful words in the English language originated across the water in Ireland, or at least have Irish connections. Here are some of our favourites. Caricature of Charles C Boycott from Vanity Fair, 1881.
Josh Gad as LeFou in Disney's live action Beauty and the Beast (2017). (Disney Movie Trailers/Youtube)
Eleanor Audley voiced and played Maleficent in Disney's Sleeping Beauty, and provided inspiration for Angelina Jolie (DISNEY) âThe original [Maleficent] was so well-drawn,â the actress tells me when we meet in a London hotel. Audley, she says appreciatively, âhad such an extraordinary voice.