Scottish Gaelic Insults and Swear Words
This page will help you to learn some insulting language in Scottish Gaelic. While the list is currently small, you will be able to find a few words and phrases that might come in handy during certain situations.
See below to find insulting words like idiot (specific to both males and females) and insulting swears like ass. Continue below for the full list of insulting translations.
Insults and Swear Words in Scottish Gaelic:
Words in bold added during the last update. You can also view this list of insults from English to Scottish Gaelic.
Insulting Words in Gaelic
Amadan ➔ Idiot (for men)
Amadan bàn ➔ Dumb blond (for men)
Dùn do bheul. ➔ Shut your mouth.
Dùn do chab. ➔ Shut up.
Òinseach ➔ Idiot (for women)
Òinseach bhàn ➔ Dumb blonde (for women)
Swear Words in Gaelic
Màs ➔ Ass
Toll-tòine ➔ Asshole
This list of Scottish Gaelic insults and swear words was last updated on March 22, 2025.
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