Hola!
Spanish
What is Hogmanay?
Hogmanay [ hog-muh–ney ] is the Scots word for the last day of the year, also known as New Year’s Eve. Hogmanay is said to have been celebrated in the time of the Vikings in Scotland.
What does "etc" stand for and what does it mean?
Etcetera, meaning "and so on"
What is "ланиты"?
Cheeks, "щеки"
Merhaba!
Turkish
What is Aye?
Aye is a versatile and widely used word for "yes" in Scottish dialects. For instance, if someone asks if you'll join them for dinner, you might respond with Aye, I’ll be there at seven. It can also express affirmation in statements like Och aye, that's a grand idea! (Och is Scottish English for "oh.")
What is "e.g."?
Exempli gratia- for example
What is "канделябр"?
Chandelier, декоративная подставка с разветвлениями для нескольких свечей
Konnichiwa!
Japanese
What is Wee?
Wee is a quintessentially Scottish word meaning small or little. You’ll often hear it used to add a touch of warmth to statements. For example, you might say I’ll have just a wee cup of tea to politely ask for some tea, or Take a wee break to suggest a short rest. Whether you’re describing a tiny object or a brief moment, wee brings a cozy, familiar feel to the conversation.
What is " i.e."?
id est = this is, in other words
What is "скареда"?
A scrooge person, жадина
Cześć
Polish
What is Loch?
Loch is a term widely used in Scotland to refer to a lake or sea inlet. You probably know it from the famous Loch Ness, home to Nessie the water creature, but you can also use it in reference to any lake. So for example, you might say We went out on the loch in the boat or There’s a wee loch beside my house.
What is Vice versa?
The other way round, the opposite
What is "вехотка/вихотка"?
Sponge, мочалка (диалектизм)
안녕 (anyoung)
Korean
What is Bonnie?
Bonnie is a Scottish term meaning attractive, beautiful, or pretty. You might know it from “Bonnie Prince Charlie,” who owed this nickname to his looks. But you can also use it to describe objects and other things, as in Your dress was awfy bonnie at the party! to compliment someone's attire, or You get a bonnie view from the top of that hill!
What is mea culpa?
My fault, I'm the one to blame
What is "бадлон"?
Слово появилось в Ленинграде в 60-е годы, когда в город начали привозить американские водолазки из банлона (синтетической пряжи) с надписью на ярлычке «100% Ban-Lon». Дефицитный товар сразу стал модным, а ярлычок дал вещи новое название, которое быстро распространилось среди ленинградцев