But if you don’t have links to Scotland, these words and their meanings may not be what you think.

1. Baltic
What people outwith Scotland think it means - The Baltic sea and surrounding region. What people in Scotland know it means - Very cold. Photo: Google Maps

2. Banjo
What people outwith Scotland think it means - A musical instrument. What people in Scotland know it means - To hit someone. Photo: Pexels

3. Barry
What people outwith Scotland think it means - A mans name. What people in Scotland know it means - When something is really good. Photo: Shutterstock

4. Beamer
What people outwith Scotland think it means - A slang word for a BMW car. What people in Scotland know it means - A red face due to embarrassment. Photo: Shutterstock
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