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

The world just doesn't understand their love for well-fired rolls and sunbathing in freezing temperatures.

Damjan

• Published in Funny
• June 9, 2022

Scotland is such a beautiful and interesting country. The first things to come to our minds when we hear the word Scotland are the Loch Ness monster, kilts, and haggis.

But, Scotland is more than kilts and haggises; as a country with a rich and old history as well as stunning natural scenery, it is a fantastic location for photographers. Most importantly, it is a fantastic country for people who love life.

Mountains, bogs, innumerable coastal islands, sea-side cliffs, and the occasional forest make up the scenery of Scotland. Scotland's harsh weather and mountains have formed a pretty sturdy nation.

They do things others would deem as ludicrous. Sounds too harsh?

Well, how would you describe sunbathing in freezing temperatures or celebrating the new year by dipping into a freezing river? There are a lot more peculiarities that the Scottish view as normal but the whole world would deem as weird.

We have collected some of the most interesting. Take a look, we know you will love them.

And we bet you will be booking a plane ticket to Scotland by the time you finish reading this. You just have to go there and enjoy all the quirkiness.

How can you not love them? Take a look, and you will see what we mean:

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

2. Pasta in pies - a Scottish thing

3. Sunbathing - the Scottish style

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

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

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

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

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

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

10. Eating charred rolls.

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

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

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

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

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

16. The letter J has a unique pronunciation.

17. Taking kids to bars.

18. Irn-Bru

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

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 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!

Damjan