Oh yes, just now.
“Och aye the noo!” This is one of those Scottish phrases that can be heard in countless parodies aimed at poking fun at the Scots’ dialect and accent. Its direct English translation is “Oh yes, just now”.
What does the Scottish saying och aye the noo mean?
Oh yes, just now
An archetypal example of an overt Scotticism is “Och aye the noo”, which translates as “Oh yes, just now“. This phrase is often used in parody by non-Scots and although the phrases “Och aye” and “the noo” are in common use by Scots separately, they are rarely used together.
What does aye means in Scottish?
“yes”
Scots are known for pronouncing traditional words in unpredictable ways. Listen out for “yes” pronounced as “aye”, “dae” as “do” and “dinnae” as “don’t“. It’s probably worth having a look through a guide to Scottish slang before your trip. See if you can understand “Ah dinnae ken.”
How do Scots say hello?
‘Hello’ in Scottish Gaelic
In Scottish Gaelic, you greet others with ‘halò’! Pronounced hallo, this phrase has you covered for greeting passers-by if you visit a Gaelic-speaking community. Alternatively, you could say good morning which is ‘madainn mhath’, pronounced ma-ten-va.
What is the traditional greeting in Scotland?
Useful Scots phrases
| English | Scots Leid (Scots) |
|---|---|
| Welcome | Wylcome |
| Hello (General greeting) | Hullo |
| How are you? | Whit like? Whit like are ye? Hoo are ye? Hou’r ye? Hoo’s it gaun? How ye daein? |
| Reply to ‘How are you?’ | No bad, hou’s yersel? Nae baud, yersel? A’m daein fine, whit aboot yersel? |
What is the most Scottish thing to say?
Perhaps the most famous Scottish sayings of all time is “Auld Lang Syne”. This was made famous by Robert Burns’ song, sang globally at New Year. The translation can be taken as “old long since” or “old long ago” meaning “days gone by” and when sung at New Years really means “let’s drink to days gone by”.
How do Scots say goodbye?
In Scottish Gaelic, to say “Goodbye,” you can say “mar sin leat” which should be pronounced as “mar shin lat.” Note that this is an informal way of saying “farewell.”
Why do Scots say Ken?
“Ken” in Scots has widened its meaning to become the equivalent of English “know” but in older Scots it specifically meant “know by personal contact, experience, familiarity” as in “I ken him.
What do the Scottish call their wife?
Scottish Word: Geggie.
How do you say no in Scottish?
no = Cha chuir.
How do Scottish say police?
According to the http://www.dsl.ac.uk/ the Scots word for Police is Police, its pronunciation is Polis.
What does peely wally mean in Scots?
peely-wally (not comparable) (chiefly Scotland) Pale, pasty; off-color or ill-looking. [
What are 3 traditions in Scotland?
The traditional Burns Supper, Hogmanay and St Andrews Day celebrations are still very much a part of Scottish culture but the Scots are now joined on these special days by Scots at heart across the globe.
How do Scottish say good morning?
Madainn mhath
Madainn mhath. Heidh, a Mhàiri! Madainn mhath. Good morning.
What is a cool Scottish name?
Whether you’re Scottish yourself or simply want to appreciate the culture through baby, a cool Scottish baby name is an excellent choice.
- Frazier.
- McCarthy.
- Gilles.
- Clydell.
- Bartley.
- Eon.
- Fergus.
- Bran.
Why do Scots say hen?
Hen – To most of the world, a hen is a female chicken, but in Scots the word is used to mean a woman or girl. Example: Gie us a kiss hen / you aright hen? Mind – Refers to a person’s ability to think and reason, but in Scots the word can also mean remember.
What is the Scottish word for hug?
‘Coorie‘ is a Scottish word traditionally meaning ‘to snuggle’ or ‘cuddle’, but it’s taken on a different meaning over the years.
How do you say hug in Scottish?
Bosie may mean: Northern Scottish dialect (Doric) for a hug.
What do Scots say instead of Cheers?
There are so different ways to say “cheers” in many countries all over the world, however, in Scotland, it’s Slàinte Mhath!
What do Scots call the toilet?
For the uninitiated, cludgie is a Scottish word meaning “toilet”, although probably not to be used in the politest of companies.
Why do Scots say pish?
Pish. Translation: Urine. However, in Glasgow and other parts of Scotland, it’s a common word for something that evokes a negative vibe. For instance, if the score at the football isnae going your way, ‘it’s a load of pish’.