How to say “Thank you” in Scots
The most common way to say “thank you” in Scots. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Thank ye
In a sentence
English
Thank you, please.
Scots
Thank ye, Pleased
Frequently asked
How do you say "Thank you" in Scots?
"Thank you" in Scots is "Thank ye". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Thank ye" written in Scots?
"Thank ye" is the standard written form in Scots, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Thank ye" in Scots?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Thank ye" pronounced by a native-style synthetic voice. For practice, repeat the phrase out loud immediately after listening — the rhythm and stress are usually what trips learners up, not the individual sounds.
What does "Thank ye" mean in English?
"Thank ye" is the Scots way of saying "Thank you" in English. It's used in everyday conversation in roughly the same situations as the English original.
Are there formal or informal ways to say "Thank you" in Scots?
Many languages — including Scots — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Thank ye" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Scots spoken?
Scots is spoken by an estimated 2 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.