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Lee Dalgetty

Legendary Edinburgh words and phrases that only a local will know

Across the UK, every area has its own way of speaking - and their own set of words that are hard to wrap your head around if you're not from there.

Here in Auld Reekie our dictionary includes some phrases that are a little confusing, but if you know how to use them you're either a local or an Edinburgh loyal.

We've compiled a list of some of the most unusual slang from around the capital, so test your knowledge below.

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