General
couthy
What does couthy mean?
Warm-hearted, kindly and comfortable; snug and homely.
"It's a couthy wee pub wi' a real fire."
Origin
Scots, from Old English 'cūþ' (known, familiar), related to 'couth'.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'couthy' mean?
It describes something warm, friendly and homely — snug, kindly and agreeable.
How do you use 'couthy'?
You'd use it of a cosy place or a warm-hearted person, as in 'It's a couthy wee pub wi' a real fire.'
Where does 'couthy' come from?
It derives from Old English 'cūþ' (known, familiar) and is related to the word 'couth'.
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