Scots word of the week

The Tab brings you the A-Z of Scots words. D’ye spaek Scots?


Since we study here in bonnie Scotland, The Tab has decided to give you the low down each week on our favourite ‘Scots’ words.

Coorie Doon

Meaning: snuggle down, settle in.

So on Valentine’s Day, you can coorie doon with your love du jour. Or Netflix and a whole box of chocolates to yourself, mmm…

‘Coorie Doon’ also happens to be the name of a Miner’s Lullaby. Give it a listen: