New to Glasgow? 10 words and phrases you’ll only hear in Glasgow!
Sarah Marsh - February 15, 2018
Sarah Marsh - February 15, 2018
1. Ginger
A fizzy drink; sometimes Scotland’s favourite, Irn Bru, but the term can be used for any fizzy juice.
2. Sláinte
in Glasgow ‘Sláinte’ is commonly used as a drinking toast. So, you can now toast like a true Glaswegian.
3. Bolt ya rocket
This phrase meaning ‘go away’ – ‘Rocket’ Is also a word used in Glasgow to call someone an idiot or daft.
4. Havnae a scooby
If you ask a Glaswegian for directions and this is the response, this means that they have no idea.
5. Gallus
This is used to describe someone who was self-confident and daring.
6. Swally
In Glasgow ‘swally’ translates as booze or bevvy (an alcoholic drink).
7. Aye Right
A phrase used when a Glaswegian doesn’t believe something that they are told.
8. Gie it laldy
to give something laldy, it means to put in 100% effort in.
9. Yaldi
This is a Glaswegian expression used to show excitement.
10. The Dancin’
Used when talking about a nightclub. if someone asks you if you’re going to the dancin’ or dancing you now know the true meaning!