Language is an important part of Scottish culture, and our colloquial phrases have been puzzling tourists for generations. Historically, Gaelic and Scots were widely spoken across the country, but ...

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An online dictionary has rediscovered lost Gaelic phrases and words. The meanings of the long-forgotten expressions have also been revealed. Faclair na Gàidhlig seeks to provide a better understanding ...

I was born and raised in Scotland. While Scotland's first language is English, there are words and phrases exclusive to Scots. Many of these words mean completely different things to the rest of the ...

Scottish Gaelic, or Gàidhlig, is more than a language; it is a vital thread in the rich tapestry of Scotland’s culture, history, and identity. Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, ...

English has been Scotland’s main language since the 18th century, before that many people spoke ‘Scottish’ whether that was Scots or Gaelic… Here’s what that means. Did you know with a Digital ...

There are a lot of colourful words and terms you might hear when heading out for a drink in Scotland -Credit:SolStock / Getty Images Here in Scotland, we have some amazing words and phrases you often ...

In the opening hour of Still Wakes the Deep, the acclaimed horror game set aboard a perilous oil rig in the North Sea, we hear the C-bomb no less than six times. Most come from the mouth of gruff ...