20 words that mean something totally different in Scotland

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It is a well-worn stereotype that we Scots aren't the easiest to understand. People from overseas can struggle to keep up with us - and even our neighbours down south have issues at times.We are known for speaking quicker than most others and some of our accents can be tricky to decipher.

As well as this, we have many unique phrases, words, and sayings that can be difficult for non-Scots to pick up.Although English is the most-spoken language in Scotland, we have two other native languages - Scots and Gaelic - and both of these can influence someone's day-to-day vocabulary.And it's not just our native languages or our unique phrases - we also have distinct Scottish meanings for words in English.

The difference between what a word can mean to most people, compared to what it means to us, is a regular source of bafflement to outsiders and hilarity to Scots.Here are some of our favourites.1. Coupon - What it usually means: A voucher to get a discount on a product, or an accumulator from a bookies.Meaning in Scotland: A face.2. Messages - What it usually means: Verbal or written communications.Meaning in Scotland: Your shopping.3. Flit - What it usually means: To move swiftly and lightly.Meaning in Scotland: To move home.4. Empty - What it usually means: Containing nothing.Meaning in Scotland: A house party while someone's parents or partner are away.5. Burn - What it usually means: To damage using fire.Meaning in Scotland: A wee stream.6. Winch - What it usually means: A device using a rope or chain coiled round a drum that hauls or lifts things.Meaning in Scotland: To kiss.7. Greeting - What it usually means: A spoken welcome.Meaning in Scotland: To cry.8. How - What it usually means: How.Meaning in Scotland: Why.9. Aboot