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Scotsman

SKAHTS-muhn

Scotsman (noun) means a man from Scotland. Example: “He introduced himself proudly as a Scotsman from Glasgow.”

noun
1
A man from Scotland.
"He introduced himself proudly as a Scotsman from Glasgow."

How to use Scotsman

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA male native of Scotland; the equivalent for a woman is "Scotswoman."

Word forms

Scotsmen plural

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He introduced himself proudly as a _____ from Glasgow.

Etymology

From "Scots" plus "man."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Scotsman” mean?

The word “Scotsman” means a man from Scotland. In plain terms, a male native of Scotland; the equivalent for a woman is "Scotswoman.".

How do you pronounce “Scotsman”?

“Scotsman” is pronounced SKAHTS-muhn (/ˈskɑts.mən/ in IPA).

How do you use “Scotsman” in a sentence?

Here is “Scotsman” used in a sentence: “He introduced himself proudly as a Scotsman from Glasgow.”

What part of speech is “Scotsman”?

“Scotsman” is a noun.

Is “Scotsman” a common word?

“Scotsman” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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