Scottish Language Scottish Language Dictionaries – författare

This two-way dictionary (Scots-English/English-Scots) provides: Modern Scots, with some literary words likely to be met in stories or poems; Notes on how to get the most out of your dictionary; Grammar notes and verb lists; Spelling guidance; Help with pronunciation; A brief history of the Scots language. It can also be used for encouraging the use of Scots in schools and to provide support in the classroom. A useful compact reference book for anyone requiring information on Scots.

The Pocket Scots Dictionary, based on the Concise Scots Dictionary, provides information on Scots language for the general public and for schools in a compact and user-friendly form.* Scots words old and new, general and local* Clear, simple definitions* Pronunciation guide for difficult words* Literary uses as in Burns and Scott* Brief history of Scots

Unique subject guide to over 20,000 Scots words.* Subject-by-subject access to Scots words with definitions in English* Wide-ranging coverage of different subjects including animal and plant life, farming and fishing, food and drink, emotions and character* Introduction commenting on the distinctive aspects and qualities of the Scots language* English index to guide users to the appropriate Scots words