“Och aye the noo!” This is one of those Scottish phrases that can be heard in countless parodies aimed at poking fun at the Scots dialect and accent. Its direct English translation is “Oh yes, just now”. And, while some Scots may chuckle along with you, it is considered quite offensive by others.

Why do Scottish say aye?

Aye means yes, often replacing the latter in day-to-day life in Scotland. Conversely, aye, right is used when expressing feelings of disbelief (think of it as the Scottish equivalent to yeah, right).

What do Scots call babies?

Bairn Bairn is a Northern English, Scottish English and Scots term for a child.