The 25 best Scottish words and phrases from peelie-wally to randan

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If you grew up in Scotland, there are probably countless words and phrases that will stick in your mind forever.Whether it's your natural instinct to yell 'taps aff' at the first sign of warm weather, or responding to a dumb question with a sarcastic 'did ye, aye?', we really do have a perfect saying for every situation.People visiting the country for the first time often have no idea what we're saying half the time, either because of our accents or the colourful language we use that often only makes sense to Scots.Even within Scotland, different regions have their own unique vocabulary that is oftentimes lost on others.

If someone from Glasgow tells you 'Away an bile yer heid', trust us when we say they're not paying you a compliment.With so many wonderful Scottish sayings, we have taken a look at some of the most iconic and beloved.

From 'braw' to 'wheest' you will likely be familiar with at least a few of these.Here are 25 amazing Scottish words and phrases, as well as what they mean.The weather is miserableWhatever will be, will beA small animal or insectGive it a bit of gustoFine, splendid, illustriousTo dip or plungeIf you ask for something, you should not question what you are givenBold, cheeky, or flashyA person's armpitOff colour, pale and ill-lookingBe quietTo shake or rock back and forthYou’re talking rubbishYou're extremely intoxicated Many little things make a big thingThat is making me feel sickButtocksYou're pushing your luckIdiot, foolSame as aboveA rowdy celebration or drinking sessionTo know, to be aware ofI am out of breathI am very tired Stop doing that Don't miss the latest news from around Scotland and beyond - Sign up to our newsletter here. The stunning Scottish 'Harry Potter'