Scottish Word: Chook
"Yer no gettin ma chooks ya ropach rochian ye – shove aff yer panicking ma man." Translated: chook, chookie: chick, a chicken. "You are not getting my chicks today you untidy ruffian you – push off … Continue reading Chook
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Scottish Word: Yett
Hoi, mind an sneck the yett on yer wey oot wi the cuddy or ye’ll lowse the coo, chooks an dug. Translated: yett: gate, narrow pass in the hills. Hey, don’t forget to latch the gate … Continue reading Yett
Scottish Word: Kail
“Quick! Sook yir feathers in, he’s seek o kail an thinkin o chook soup.” Translated: kail: curly leaved cabbage; general word for a feed; or broth made from greens. “Quick! Suck your feathers in, he is … Continue reading Kail