Scottish

1 of 2

adjective

Scot·​tish ˈskä-tish 

: of, relating to, or characteristic of Scotland, Scots, or the Scots

Scottishness

ˈskä-tish-nəs 

noun

Scottish

2 of 2

noun

: scots

Examples of Scottish in a Sentence

Adjective

He spoke with a Scottish accent.

Robert Burns was a great Scottish poet.

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

The neighborhood The hotel's historical ties to Waverley Station—a hub for those coming and going from Edinburgh—make this hotel a vital part of Princes Street, the high street of the Scottish capital. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026

The identity of the consignor of Princess Diana’s dress has not been revealed, but it’s understood to be a Scottish businessman. — Hikmat Mohammed, ARTnews.com, 5 Oct. 2026

Noun

Housed in what was once The Royal Scottish Automobile Club, the Kimpton Blythswood Square Hotel is undoubtedly the city’s grandest option. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026

Anemones and Large Head Roses Garance Doré opted for simple seasonal flowers when planning her January wedding in the Scottish Highlands. — Elise Taylor, Vogue, 5 Oct. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

Middle English, from Scottes Scotsmen

First Known Use

Adjective

13th century, in the meaning defined above

Noun

1759, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing Scottish

• Scottish deerhound
• Scottish Gaelic
• Scottish rite
• Scottish terrier

Kids Definition

Scottish

1 of 2 adjective

Scot·​tish ˈskät-ish 

: of, relating to, or characteristic of Scotland, the people of Scotland, or the Scots language

Scottish

2 of 2 noun

: scots entry 2