Шотла́ндия
Šotlándijafeminine
Scotland in Russian is Шотла́ндия (Šotlándija).
Шотла́ндия is the name used for the constituent country of the United Kingdom located to the north of England.
Meaning: constituent country of the United Kingdom to the north of England (name)
How does it change in a sentence?
The form Шотландии is the genitive case, used to indicate possession or origin, such as in the phrase 'the history of Scotland'. The form Шотландию is the accusative case, used when Scotland is the direct object of a verb, such as in 'to visit Scotland'.
How do you pronounce it?
The romanization is Šotlándija.
Did you know?
- In Russian, the term шотландец (a Scotsman) is distinct from британец (a Briton), and using the more specific term often implies a recognition of Scotland's unique national identity within the UK.
- In Russian culinary contexts, the phrase шотландское яйцо is used for 'Scotch eggs', though the dish is rarely associated with the geography of Шотландия by the average speaker.
- In Russian literature and folklore, descriptions of Шотландия often emphasize 'mist' and 'heather', creating a very specific romanticized image of the country that differs from the political entity.
Examples in context
- Я планирую посетить Шотландию следующим летом.I'm planning to visit Scotland next summer.
- Шотландия известна своими потрясающими пейзажами.Scotland is famous for its stunning landscapes.
Example conversation
Olga and Dmitry are discussing their dream vacation.
- Ольга OlgaКуда ты хочешь поехать в отпуск, Дмитрий?Kudá ty khóchesh' poyékhat' v ótpusk, Dmitriy?Where do you want to go on vacation, Dmitry?
- Дмитрий DmitryМне кажется, Шотла́ндия отличный выбор.Mne kázhetsya, Shotlándiya otlíchnyy výbor.I think Scotland is a great choice.
- Ольга OlgaОльга согласна, там очень красивые горы.Ól'ga soglásna, tam óchen' krasívye góry.Olga agrees, the mountains there are very beautiful.
- Дмитрий DmitryДавай забронируем билеты завтра.Daváy zabronirúyem biléty závtra.Let's book the tickets tomorrow.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “scotland” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
