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Basque irrintzi definition by Bihotz Paris. Irrintzi esanahia

The History of the Basque Irrintzi 📜

Kaixo Bihotz Lovers! Have you ever heard an irrintzi?     The word irrintzi refers originally to the traditional Basque folk high-pitched scream used to express celebration or happiness. The irrintzi is the blood-chilling yell that originated in the Pyrenees thousands of years ago, rising from a hundred throats as Basque warriors leaped from crags, terrorizing invaders.   What is an Irrintzi? An Irrintzi is a long, shrill scream that is executed with on breath. Formerly it was widely used in the mountains of the Basque Country by shepherds. How is it used? Today, Basque people use it as a sign of joy....

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basque proverbs from Bihotz Paris, euskal esaera zaharrak

Our 10 favourite Basque proverbs 📝

Kaixo Bihotz Lovers,  Do you want to learn some useful Basque expressions?   Get a paper and a pencil, you're ready to go: 📝   1. A, zer parea! Karakola eta barea! "Oh, what a pair, a snail and a slug."Said of people who share similar defects or habits, and spend time together.     2. Aberats izatea baino, izen ona hobe. "Rather than being rich, a good name is better."It's better to have a good reputation than to be rich.    3. Adiskide onekin, orduak labur. "With a good friend, the hours short."Time flies when you are among friends.   4. Ardi txikia, beti...

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Bihotz Basque music from Bihotz Paris

Bihotz goes boom boom 💓

In Bihotz Paris we love listening to music! Music is fun and it gives you an inside look into the way people express themselves. We encourage you to listen to Basque music as it's a great way to learn this wonderful language. This is why we've decided to create several playlists for you, based on our favourite and timeless love songs, from Basque and French individual artists, bands and composers. It seems like a great opportunity to find artists and songs that you didn't know before! Let's sing & dance all together!     ¡En Bihotz Paris nos encanta escuchar música! La música se ha convertido en...

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Best Basque Gift Ideas 🎁

Best Basque Gift Ideas 🎁

Kaixo Bihotz Lovers, Whether you're looking for a nice Basque gift for your beloved one or if you want to give yourself an affordable but AWESOME and eco-friendly present in Euskera, you can find below ideas that are guaranteed to please. Help yourself!   Bihotz T-shirt The perfect gift for your romantic and sensitive friend. She might not find it easy to fall profoundly in love, as such love demands a combination of many virtues that are rare to find, but, you'll see, this sustainable Basque T-shirt will open up her heart.     In Basque we don't say "heart", we say "bihotz", which comes from...

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