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Scotland
Questions related to the country of Scotland, which is located at the northern end of the island of Great Britain. The island lies close to the Atlantic coast of Europe. Scotland together with Northern Ireland, England and Wales comprises the nation called The United Kingdom
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Yes, a kilt is a skirt. Most dictionaries give the definition as a noun (skirt) or as a verb (to kilt, meaning to fit or equip [a person] with a kilt, or to kilt a garment).
The word came into English early in the seventeenth century, traceable back to Scandanavian terms meaning 'to kilt': to tuck (a garment) up, leaving the lower legs free. The Old Norse word is kjalta, probably pronounced similarly to our current pronunciation of kilt.
The Gaelic kilt, originally recorded in the 1700s as menswear in the northern Scottish Highlands, was a garment designed to have part of it thrown over the shoulder; it was known in English as the 'great kilt'. The mini version, the lower part of the 'great kilt' arrived late in the 17th century, and by the beginning of the 19th century was becoming a Scottish cultural symbol.
Kilts, and similar skirts, have traditionally been, and are still, worn in other parts of the world by men in situations from everyday wear to formal and military dress; we see depictions of Romans wearing something similar, and the garment certainly goes back to a previous millennium.
Today, kilts are sometimes worn by Western men as a fashion item, frequently as part of a suit.
While the traditional men's Scottish kilt, a heavy garment of tartan, pleated at the back and fastened at the lower front with a brooch, frequently shaped like sword, is associated with Scottish Gaelic culture, it is also used as traditional wear in other Celtic cultures. The Irish kilt was not traditionally patterned, but now is frequently made of a tartan fabric.
Kilts, once worn only by men, are now worn by all ages and sexes, especially in Celtic cultural festivals and as uniforms in Celtic bands and dancing troupes.
Like all things traditional, the origin and history of the kilt that we might think of as Gaelic or Celtic is subject to speculation, discussion, and even heated debate. The fact that the Celts go right across Great Britain and through Europe to the Mediterranean, via Bretagne in France to Galicia in Spain, and these warmer areas still celebrate a lively Celtic history and culture, makes it all more interesting.
Regardless of its origin, though, a kilt was, and is still, a skirt.
See the link below for illustrations and examples of kilts in formal, traditional, and casual wear.
What is the population of Scotland?
The population is estimated to be 5.25 million.
Scotland's population is about five and a quarter million.
as of the 2010 sctotland population is : 5222100
What is largest island in Scotland?
There are many islands around the coast of Scotland, far too many to list. Some well known groups of islands around Scotland are the Orkney Islands, the Outer Hebrides and the Shetland Islands.
What are Scottish character traits?
There are stereotyped traits but they are not necessarily true. In fact, there is no true character trait for any culture, race, or gender. However, if you are asking stereotypically, they are:
Loyalty, patriotism, sentimentality, violence, drunkenness, honorable nature, rugged.
I am sure there are many more than this but those are the ones that come to mind first. Reading things like "The Invention of Tradition" and "Britons: Forging a Nation" as well as "The Stage Scotsman" might help express the truth about stereotyping culture. Another good read is "Orientalism" by Edward Said, which is not about Scotland but deals with the construction of the exotic 'other'.
..Don't forget thrift. frugality. stinginess
..And the ability to infiltrate other countries and run them for centuries ..US, Canada, New Zealand,Australia, Britain - oh and building Navys - US, Russia. Talented bunch, the Scots. ON the downside - we don't tolerate stupidity in others very well. Which is unfortunate, and probably contributes to our cynical sides!
Ok, so you're a little bit correct. We are loyal, we are patriotic (anyone who isn't is a bit odd though), we are passionate people & renowned for being socially friendly in a way that makes many other nations look like statue's...HOWEVER - Scottish people are not tight with money!!! This is a very old joke 7 even then I'm not sure where it stemmed from. Things in Scotland are cheap, that's probably why the odd scot mentions the price of things elsewhere. As a Scot - I am one of the most generous in my circle of international friends. And if you want to see tight - come to England, they use tea bags twice, leave the pub when it's their round & only date people close by to save on travel costs.
Where did the people of Scotland originate?
Scotland literally means land of the Scots. The Scots are a Gaelic people (related to the Irish) The term "scotti" means "to plunder" The Scots got their name from other people who "in essence" were calling them thieves.
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What is the capital of Scotland?
Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland.
Scotland has no national capital, as such, because it is part of the United Kingdom. However, they have been granted certain legislative powers, including tax-raising authority, and their parliament is in EDINBURGH.
Edinburgh is the capital city of Scotland.
Do Scottish people hate americans?
No, not all Scottish people hate Americans. Like any group of people, attitudes can vary among individuals. It's important to remember that generalizations or stereotypes about any group are not accurate or fair.
Are red haired people superior to people with different coloured hair?
Perhaps yes in some cases and no in others. From a biological standpoint red hair yield many differing characteristics. Positive Sunlight - Lower melanin-concentration is required to produce Vitamin D. Pain Stimuli - Less effected by electrical and physical stimuli. Medical - More effected by pain relievers. Inheritance - The root of Neanderthal bloodline. (See lower for further explanation) Negative Sunlight - Increased melanin-concentration yielded a lack of protection from UV rays. Pain Stimuli - More affected by thermal stimuli. InheritanceRecent studies have concluded a direct link between the bloodline of the red haired person and the Neanderthal. The Neanderthal evolved the red hair as a compensation for its sun free ice locked environment. The red hair gene allows production of Vitamin D with little to no sunlight. It is this basic environmental need that links the two bloodlines. In this if you have red hair you are more prone to posses some of these characters. Mental - With the more cruel environment more logical mythological thinking was needed. There has not been one documented case of a true "Neanderthal" group even making cave art. Skull - The back region of the skull has a higher tendency to be more enlarged then the average Sapiens. Chest - The Neanderthal has a more oval shaped chest for superior muscle attachment. The Sapiens have a more rounded chest for superior speed and less bulk. Recovery - A higher recovery rate was forced into the Neanderthal group due to their habits of acquiring food. This is proven in the bone records. Only one group has ever had the same number of reported broken/recovered bones, the rodeo star. Hips - The hip bone is more fanned and upward stretched this is for better muscle attachment to the chest. Arms and Legs - An increased chance of having more compact arms and legs, design for heat conservation.
What proportion of Scots are Christians?
In 2011 54 per cent of the population of Scotland stated their religion as Christian - a decrease of 11 percentage points since 2001.
How many Scots people live in Scotland?
This is an interesting question and one that was most recently answered by Dr Soaper of the Carslile Institute in his report "Tracing Roots, Tracing Paper: the Scottish in America - a History of the Forgotten Founding Fathers" (2003, 1st Edn. ULP). Soaper concludes that "a considerable proportion" of the population of the United States are of Scottish decent. He even claims the past seven United States Presidents have Scottish ancestry. To sum up, the answer is a considerable amount; though the emninent Dr Soaper is unwilling to put an exact figure on the number of Scottish Americans living in the USA or throughout the world. Here is more input: * Around 60% of 'Catholic Irish' Americans are in fact Protestant Scots-Irish, which makes about 20-25 million of them, add to that around another 12 million of purely Scots descent (that is to say those who emigrated straight from Scotland to America). * Americans are notorious for picking and choosing their favored ethnicities. For example, millions of Americans with just a fraction of their ancestors being Irish consider themselves Irish. This makes it even more difficult to trace ancestries and give a reasonable answer to question like this one.
How many cars cross the Forth bridge in a week?
On average, around 70,000 cars cross the Forth Bridge in a week.
What is the population density of Scotland Per Sq Km?
Population density of Scotland - 65.9 people per square kilometer.
List of Scottish cities by large?
The largest Scottish cities by population are Glasgow, Edinburgh, Aberdeen, and Dundee. Glasgow is the largest with a population of over 600,000 people, followed by Edinburgh with over 500,000, Aberdeen with around 200,000, and Dundee with around 150,000.
What south Texas city is named after a major city in Scotland?
The only city in south Texas which sounds even remotely Scottish in origin is McAllen city but there is no city of that name in Scotland.
Edinburgh (is not a county) and is the second largest city (by population)
The largest county is Cromarty
Which is the most populated city in the UK?
London is the most populated city in the UK, with a population of around 9 million people.
What is the population of Stonehouse South Lanarkshire?
Last census suggested around 6000 but I beliebve with recent housing developments it will be nearer 10,000. Regards Steven
Do more people live in farms or cities?
More people live in cities than farms. The trend of urbanization has led to a majority of the global population residing in urban areas due to factors such as job opportunities, better infrastructure, and access to services and amenities.
Is a capital city always the largest city in the state?
No, it is not. Consider Florida, Texas, California or Nevada.
What is the scientific name for the loch ness monster?
The scientific name for the Loch Ness monster is not real, as the creature is considered to be a myth or legend. There is no scientific evidence to support its existence.
What are the top 5 countries with the longest life expectancy for men?
As of 2021, the top 5 countries with the longest life expectancy for men are Hong Kong, Switzerland, Iceland, Australia, and Japan. These countries have high standards of living, quality healthcare systems, and healthy lifestyles contributing to longer life expectancies for men.
What is Germany's life expectancy for men and women?
In Germany life expectancy at birth is 76 for men and 82 for women. (Source: CIA, World Factbook, current ed). These figures are slightly lower than those for some other European countries.
What does the word PENT mean in Scotland with reference to a house?
A pent roof is a roof that slopes only one way.
What was the name of George Orwells house on jura?
The farm George Orwell lived in on the Isle of Jura in Scotland is called Barnhill. Orwell wrote large parts of his famous book "1984" here.
It is located in the very north of Jura. You can rent it as a holiday cottage now, but be aware that it is very remote.
