Anyone who is Scottish, or has spent any time in the country, will know that our language is just as deep as it is colourful.While we have plenty of words and phrases that are sure to confuse visitors, there is also parts of our vocabulary that more people should use.
This is because some of our words don't really have an exact translation into English.Whether it's that panicked feeling you get when seeing somebody whose name you have forgot, or that one-of-a-kind fog that rolls in from the sea, we really do have a word for everything.Here are 20 Scottish words with no exact English translation that you are sure to find helpful, as well as their meanings. Did we miss any?
Let us know in the comments below! To hesitate in recognising a person or thing, for example when being introduced to somebody whose name you have forgotten.Outside of something; not within something.Boisterous noisy conduct; a bevvy session.Slimy and deceitful; fox or weasel-like.A rubbish heap or dunghill; a place where bins are stored.A (usually boorish or churlish) old man, often used affectionately.Particularly caustic or mean-spirited gossip.The beautiful time of the day when the light has mostly faded but it's not quite dark.To nestle or snuggle up warm; to enjoy the simple pleasures of live.To wander aimlessly or without direction, usually in reference to having a meander around some beautiful Scottish scenery.To deceive somebody using flattery or nonsensical talk.Moudly, smelly, and stale.A state of revulsion or disgusted irritation.Weather so warm that you remove your shirt.An uproar or loud commotion that usually ends in trouble.A cold sea fog.A traditional Scottish social event involving lively folk music and dancing.To confidently push
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