Do you use the phrase "How's tricks"?

[Torsten]

Hi, have you ever used the phrase "How's tricks?" meaning 'How are things'? I heard from one our English trainers from Ireland.

Thanks,
Torsten

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[Milanya]

Not only have I never used it, I have not heard it either.
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[Kitosdad]

Only if you are my age Torsten. Means, "How are things with you?" :)
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[Tom Kane]

I have not heard of that phrase in the past - and I'm Irish! Oh well.

[Mister Micawber]

Yes, 'How's tricks?'-- I still use it on occasion, with a rakish air.
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Native English teacher at Mister Micawber's

[Tom Kane]

Hey Mister Micawber....

How are things with you???

Tom

[Esl_Expert]

I still use "How's tricks" on occasion as well.

I'm a little surprised that Tom has never heard it.
(Maybe Tom's significantly younger than Kitosdad, MM and I are. lol)

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