The language of Auld Lang Syne: Scots! It’s English’s closest relative and carries a rich history with it! #language #scotland #todayilearned #auldlangsyne #newyeartradition #scots #learning #education | Lite Linguistics

Fit like? Alistair Heather, from the University’s Elphinstone Institute, has a few words to say about a new class that aims to help people learn to use Scots! Scots is the language of much of Scotland, and includes Doric. We’re running evening classes in collaboration with Scottish Culture and Traditions for speakers and new learners to read, write and speak with confidence in Scots. This is a chance to experiment with Scots in a safe space, through exploration of great literature and media old