Écossais (en. Scottish)

/e.kɔ.sɛ/

Synonyms

Can refer to someone who is frugal or thrifty, referencing stereotypes about Scots.

He's so stingy that they call him the 'old Scot'.

Il est si radin qu'on l'appelle le 'vieux Écossais'.

Used to talk about a Scot who places a lot of importance on Scottish culture.

This guy is a true 'Scot' at heart; he swears by his plaid.

Ce gars est un vrai 'écossais' dans l'âme; il ne jure que par son plaid.