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- Herausgeber: Luath Press
- Kategorie: Lebensstil
- Sprache: Englisch
The Scots have a unique way of communicating their feelings. Their sayings are cheeky, to the point, rude and always funny. Scotland's bestselling humour author is back with his latest collection of hilarious Scottish sayings.'Away an' bile yer heid an' mak silly soup!'That wan's in everything but the Co-operative windae!''If ah had your money ah wid burn ma ain''Ye've goat a heid oan ye like a stair-heid''The gemme's a bogie''Yer cruisin' fur a bruisin'''Ah'm that hungry ah could eat a scabbie-heided horse''Castor oil cures everythin' but a widden leg''Wan minute yer a peacock an' the next yer a feather duster''Yer talkin' mince withoot a tattie in sight''Lang may yer lum reek, an' may a wee moose never leave yer kitchen press wi' a tear in its ee''Yer herr's mingin', hingin' an' clingin''From the infallible wisdom of the Glesca Granny, to the hilarious patter of larger-than-life conductress Big Aggie MacDonald, Allan Morrison has a sharp eye and a silver tongue when it comes to observational humour.SCOTLAND ON SUNDAY on Haud Ma Chips, Ah've Drapped the Wean!
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ALLAN MORRISONis a prolific author; his previous books includeHaud Ma Chips, Ah’ve Drapped the Wean!,Should’ve Gone tae Specsavers, Ref!andLast Tram tae Auchenshuggle!These books all combine three of his passions: humour, nostalgia and Glasgow. His media appearances includeThe One ShowandThe Fred MacAulay Show.
He is involved in charity work, after-dinner speaking and is a member of his local Rotary club. Allan enjoys hill-walking, sport and travel. He and his wife live the West of Scotland and he is the proud grandfather of four grandchildren.
‘Goanae No Dae That!’
The best of the best of thosecracking Scottish sayings!
ALLAN MORRISONwith illustrations byBOB DEWAR
LuathPress Limited
EDINBURGH
www.luath.co.uk
First published 2014
ISBN: 978-1-910021-57-6
ISBN (EBK): 978-1-910324-36-3
The author’s right to be identified as author of this work under the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988 has been asserted.
© Allan Morrison 2014
Contents
Introduction
Acknowledgements
Appearance
Blethering
Clothes
Death
Drink
Expressions
Family Life
Food
Happiness
Health
Human Behaviour
Insults
Self-Improvement
Love
Money
Philosophy
Reputations
Work
Introduction
Some people say that when God made Scotland he was just showing off, for not only did he give us a beautiful land to live in, he also left us with some cracking sayings, phrases, words and havers with which to communicate. Most comprise a homely form of common sense, perhaps helping to shape our lives.
Scottish sayings hit the spot right away in a cheeky sort of way, indicating the feelings and observations of the speaker. Most of the sayings in this book are contemporary, some a little older but all are relevant to today’s society. Many will challenge the reader and make them think on the implications behind the saying. Others were clearly created to assist you through life, give you practical advice and keep you on the straight and narrow. Some advise on character, happiness, and keep you vigilant. Quite a few were no doubt created by individuals who had learned the hard way by their mistakes and wanted to pass on a warning to others.
All of the Scottish sayings are followed by a translation… if you really need it. I trust you will laugh, reflect and enjoy this wonderful set of the best of the best of Scottish sayings.
As one of the sayings states, ‘Castles fa’ doon but wise words stay.’ I hope this is indeed the case with this book.
Acknowledgements
My thanks go to Andrew Pearson and Archie Wilson for their significant contribution.
Appearance
‘Ye’ve a dial oan ye like a well-smacked erse.’
You are not looking your best today.
‘She’s goat a set o’ new wallies.’
She has a new set of false teeth.
‘Ye look like wan o’clock half struck.’
You are only half awake.
‘Yer herr’s mingin’, hingin’ an’ clingin’.’
What kind of state is your hair in?
‘A pot lid wid suit a bonnie wean.’
Pretty people can just about wear anything.
‘Ye look like a deserter oot a kirkyard.’
You look half-dead.
‘Ye look like the cat’s elbow.’
You’re too thin.
‘Yer herr looks like straw hingin’ oot a midden.’
You do not appear to have brushed your hair.
‘Och, freckles are jist God’s kisses.’
There is nothing to worry about.
‘Ye look like somethin’ the cat dragged in.’
You are unkempt.
‘There’s no’ twa pun o’ her hingin’ the same way.’
She is too fat.
‘Ye’ve goat a face like cake left oot in the rain.’
Your face is getting somewhat worn.
‘He’s goat some coupon oan him.’
He has an unusual face.
‘Yer hair is cut tae the knuckle.’
Your hair is very short.
‘Ye could fry twa eggs oan that hair.’
Your hair is greasy.
‘Yer dial’s full o’ plooks.’
You have spots on your face.
‘He’s a tattie-lugged loon.’
That boy has big ears.
‘That wan is lang-nebbit.’
He is a nosy, prying individual.
Blethering
‘Aye, right!’
I don’t totally believe you.
‘Yer doin’ ma heid in!’
Stop talking!
‘Good job it’s no’ summer else yertongue wid be burnt.’
You talk too much.
‘Wheesht yer puss.’
Be quiet.
‘Haud yer wheesht.’
Be quiet.
‘That wan’s the talk o’ the steamie.’
Everyone is talking about them.
‘Yer aw bum an’ parsley.’
You’re big-headed.
‘A lie is half-way roon Scotland aforethe truth has its boots oan.’
Be careful what you say.
‘Wan who gossips hae nae freens tae speak o’.’
People do not like others who pass on personal information.
