19 Things Scottish People View As Normal But Are Weird To People In Other Parts Of The World

Scotland has a way of making everyday life look a little more dramatic, and a little more fun. From weather-defying outfits to food habits that confuse outsiders, plenty of things that feel completely normal there can seem strange anywhere else.

This roundup pulls together 19 Scottish quirks that people in other parts of the world might do a double take at. Some are practical, some are funny, and some are just wonderfully Scottish.

By the end, you may understand why so many people fall in love with the country, quirks and all.

1. Dressing in clothes that do not reflect the current weather - the Scottish style

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2. Pasta in pies - a Scottish thing

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3. Sunbathing - the Scottish style

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That weather never seems to stop anyone.

4. Even if they reside in the lowlands and shop at Waitrose, they are Highland warriors at heart

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5. Doing outdoor sports in conditions that would make Bear Grylls scream like a girl (not a Scottish girl)

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6. When paying for things, being strangely apologetic about having a lot of change.

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7. Using the word "cunt" casually in conversation.

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8. This is referred to as "roasted cheese."

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9. This is referred to as "the big light."

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Some of these names are doing a lot of work.

And if you love niche quirks, you’ll probably obsess over the incredible collections people curate.

10. Eating charred rolls.

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11. Having grills that look like this. It is simply not wise to spend much on a grill in a country where it rains all the time.

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12. Sudocrem is a mystical ointment that cures any ailment you can imagine.

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13. Ice cream trucks that offer milk, bread, sweets, and just about anything else.

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That is a very different kind of ice cream run.

14. Throwing yourself into freezing waters while dressed as a twat to ring in the New Year.

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15. Every statement begins with the words "here" or "hawl, you!"

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16. The letter J has a unique pronunciation.

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17. Taking kids to bars.

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18. Irn-Bru

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19. And, of course, the fact that the national animal is a wholly mythical beast.

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Scottish people love to dance, sing, and hang out with their friends. They are one of the friendliest nations in the world.

So don’t be alarmed when a complete stranger comes up to you and starts a conversation. And don’t be surprised if you hear a different language.

Namely, around 60,000 people still speak the old Scottish language - Scottish Gaelic. For instance, “Happy Birthday” in Scottish Gaelic is “Co-là-breith sona dhut, co-là-breith sona dhut!”

So, now you are ready!

Scotland always keeps a few surprises up its sleeve.

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