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How to Pronounce Scotland
SKOT-lund
/ˈskɒtlənd/
Syllable Breakdown
SKOTlund
SKOT-lund — short 'o' as in 'hot'. The Gaelic name is Alba (AL-uh-puh).
How Locals Say It
Scotland / Alba
Alba = AL-uh-puh (Scottish Gaelic)
Common Mistakes
SKOHT-landSCOT-land
Fun Fact About the Name
Scotland is one of football's founding nations — the first international match in history was England vs Scotland in 1872. Their Gaelic name, Alba, is used in the Scottish national anthem 'Flower of Scotland.'
Scotland at World Cup 2026
Scotland competes in the UEFA confederation.
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