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People say it 'took years to figure out' how to use a cheese grater's fourth side
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The revelation comes after one confused cook headed online to seek answers.
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Scottish insults: 21 of the best jibes you'll hear in Scotland
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We have a unique way with words when it comes being insulting.
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44 expressions only said by Scottish parents and what each one means
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How many of these pearls of wisdom did you hear growing up? Let us know in the comments section below.
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20 Scotland place names people always say wrong and how to pronounce them correctly
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How many do you know? Let us know in the comments below.
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11 things Scots are guaranteed to argue over from square sausage to Gutties
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What do you think of each topic? Let us know in the comments below.
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Just how Scottish are you really? Take our quiz to find out in 17 questions
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Whether you've lived in Scotland for just a few months or been here your whole life, our fun quiz of 17 questions will test just how much you really know the country.
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Scottish brand logos quiz - how many of these 18 companies do you recognise?
Fun Stuff
With Scotland having so many instantly recognisable brands and companies, the Daily Record has put together a quiz to see if you can guess them from their logos alone.
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12 places in Scotland we refuse to call by their 'proper' names
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Scotland is home to many places and landmarks that locals have collectively given their own nickname, which in many cases is used more commonly than their official title.
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10 summer childhood memories every Scottish person will remember
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To celebrate the start of summer, we have journeyed back in time to look at some of the classic activities that you will no doubt remember partaking in if you grew up in Scotland.
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Scottish accent is voted 'most attractive' in the UK - full list
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A new study that surveyed 2,000 members of the UK public has revealed that Scottish is the nation's favourite accent, beating out Queen's English, Geordie, and more.
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17 amazing Scottish words for body parts you won't find anywhere else
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Here in Scotland, we have some amazing words for parts of the body that you aren't likely to hear anywhere else, from bahookie to thrapple — see how many you know!
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20 useful Scottish words with no direct English translation - how many do you recognise?
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If you've ever been in a situation where you haven't been able to find a word that accurately captures what you are feeling or what you are trying to describe, try these Scottish words.
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18 classic Scottish words and phrases you barely hear these days and their meanings
Heritage
Whether you're from Scotland or not, you'll likely have come across at least a few Scottish words and phrases from friends or family—but some are spoken much less now than they were in years gone by.
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20 words that have different meanings in Scotland from hen to greet
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Those who grew up in Scotland will know that there are many words we use here that have entirely different meanings outside of the country—from winch to messages.
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20 Scottish words and phrases for weather from drookit to plowetery
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With the weather in Scotland known for being rather unpredictable, it makes sense that we have such a wide variety of words and phrases we can use to describe what it's like outside.
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The 25 best Scottish words and phrases from peelie-wally to randan
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Whether you live in Scotland or just know someone from here, you will likely have heard at least one word or phrase that has left you scratching your head at one point or another.
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Scots baffled as man spotted skiing on city centre street as snow blankets Aberdeen
Aberdeen
One creative local stepped out with skis as heavy snow blanketed the north-east of Scotland.
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Special Scots edition of Harry Potter has people in stitches over 'hysterical' differences
Harry Potter
While the Harry Potter series has been translated into over 80 languages worldwide, one of the more interesting versions is the Scots edition—which has some "hilarious" changes
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Five more of Scotland's 'worst' places to live as locals share honest opinions
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Following our list in January of the 'worst' places to live in Scotland as brutally described by locals, here are five more villages, towns, and cities that have left residents less than impressed.
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Scotland's 'worst' places to live as brutally described by locals
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People across Scotland have taken to leave scathing reviews of their hometowns and no part of the country is safe, be it major cities or tiny villages.
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15 Scottish place names that people struggle to pronounce
Discover Scotland
Scotland is known for it's beautiful and unique place names that even some locals have trouble pronouncing—here is a rundown of 15 towns and villages you might struggle to say.
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Incredible CGI images show making of Highland cow on motorbike ad for Virgin media
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Watching the advert, you could be easily fooled into thinking the Highland cow is real. Now the creative studio behind the ad have shared a look at how they did it.
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The five food names only Scots will find funny from Baussac wine to Fud sausages
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These five products serve as a hilarious reminder that not everyone out there is familiar with the Scottish slang we use every day.
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No pen-alty for Airdrie kit man as match-winning striker sees funny side of shirt spelling gaffe
Airdrieonians FC
Diamonds forward Callum Gallagher took to the pitch against Kelty Hearts with his shirt missing the G from his surname
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