Living in Scotland can be an exciting adventure that many of us are blessed to have lived, and when you adapt to the Scottish way of life you may find you develop some habits you would never have expected.
Whether it be enjoying a wee cheeky pint, having a wee gander at the shops or looking for a wee bite to eat it - using Scottish words like ‘wee’ is just one of many habits the Scots exhibit that can rub off on you.
But isn't there more to it than that? Absolutely! We asked you, our Scotsman readers, what’s a ‘habit you can easily pick up living in Scotland’ and you answered passionately - here are twenty-one of your answers.
But isn't there more to it than that? Absolutely! We asked you, our Scotsman readers, what’s a ‘habit you can easily pick up living in Scotland’ and you answered passionately - here are twenty-one of your answers.
. Having a hood at all times rather than an umbrella
Like we said, the weather changes at a moment's notice here so if you don't want your nice hair to get dampened then best keep a hood on you unless you want the labour of carrying the umbrella. Photo: via Canva Pro
. Getting into carbohydrate-heavy diets
Scotland is credited for inventing the macaroni pie, a blissful carb-on-carb sensation that was tragically removed from Greggs' shelves a few years ago - we also enjoy a good 'tattie scone' too! Photo: Submitted
. Saying "Aye" instead of "Yes"
The Scottish accent is famous worldwide and our colourful vernaculars also feature prominently in our culture, saying "aye" instead of "yes" is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to Scottish language. Photo: via Know Your Meme
. Saying 'thanks driver' as you get off the bus
Speaking of customs with public transport staff, saying 'thanks driver' or just any variation of gratitude as you get off the bus is a common practice in Scotland. Photo: YouTube
. Using swear words as a term of endearment
Unlike our transatlantic cousins in the USA that shudder at swears like the C-word, here in Scotland you'll find its uttered far more regularly yet casually as well. Photo: CatLane via Canva Pro
. Having oddly deep conversations with taxi drivers
In some countries a simple "take me to X street please" would start and conclude the verbal exchange between a passenger and taxi driver, here in Scotland though you'll know each other's lives inside and out before you get off. Photo: andresr via Canva Pro
. Turning to Irn Bru for any and all of life's woes
The only drink that outsells Coca Cola in Scotland, Irn Bru is considered a god amongst standard drinks here and whether it's for a deep hangover or just a general refreshment its usually the drink of choice. Photo: Submitted
. Having a bit of banter with anyone and everyone
The Scots are well-known for having a strong sense of humour, while other cultures may be seen as more 'cold' or 'stoic' that's not the case here as we can crack a joke over just about anything (or anyone!) Photo: fizkes via Canva Pro
5. Using swear words as a term of endearment
Unlike our transatlantic cousins in the USA that shudder at swears like the C-word, here in Scotland you'll find its uttered far more regularly yet casually as well. Photo: CatLane via Canva Pro
6. Having oddly deep conversations with taxi drivers
In some countries a simple "take me to X street please" would start and conclude the verbal exchange between a passenger and taxi driver, here in Scotland though you'll know each other's lives inside and out before you get off. Photo: andresr via Canva Pro
7. Turning to Irn Bru for any and all of life's woes
The only drink that outsells Coca Cola in Scotland, Irn Bru is considered a god amongst standard drinks here and whether it's for a deep hangover or just a general refreshment its usually the drink of choice. Photo: Submitted
8. Having a bit of banter with anyone and everyone
The Scots are well-known for having a strong sense of humour, while other cultures may be seen as more 'cold' or 'stoic' that's not the case here as we can crack a joke over just about anything (or anyone!) Photo: fizkes via Canva Pro