Scottish Word: Peh.
“No Gran No, Herbert’s no a peh! He’s no a peh – Noooooooo!” Translate: peh: pie; the pronunciation given is as it is spoken in Dundee. A peh and a pehper (news-paper). “No Granny No, Herbert’s … Continue reading Peh.
Scottish Words tagged with: alarm - 4 posts.
Scottish Word: Feart.
“Hud oan man, nae need tae be feart, I’ll gie ye a lift.” Translate: feart: afraid, frightened. “Hold on sir, no need to be afraid, I’ll give you a lift.” The Scottish Word: feart with its … Continue reading Feart.
Scottish Word: Waly.
“Oh walie walie walie a jist meant tae cut aff yir tail, sairie moose. ” Translate: waly, walie: an exclamation of dismay, distress. “Oh how awfully awfully distressing! I just meant to cut off your tail, … Continue reading Waly.
Scottish Word: Hap.
“Ye’d better hap up warm the-day, it luiks gey cauld oot.” Translate: hap: cover, wrap. “You had better clothe yourself in warm attire today, it looks rather cold outside.” The Scottish Word: hap with its definition … Continue reading Hap.