Scouse
noun
A person from Liverpool, England.
He is a Scouse, born and raised in Liverpool.

Often appears as...
- true scouse
- scouse accent
Usage tips
Colloquial
noun
The dialect or accent associated with Liverpool, England.
His thick Scouse accent made it difficult for me to understand him.

Often appears as...
- thick scouse
- scouse accent
Usage tips
Academic
noun
A type of meat stew, originating from Liverpool, England.
She served a hearty bowl of traditional Scouse for dinner.

Often appears as...
- bowl of scouse
- traditional scouse
noun
A person from Liverpool, England.
He is a Scouse, born and raised in Liverpool.

Often appears as...
- true scouse
- scouse accent
Usage tips
Colloquial
noun
The dialect or accent associated with Liverpool, England.
His thick Scouse accent made it difficult for me to understand him.

Often appears as...
- thick scouse
- scouse accent
Usage tips
Academic
noun
A type of meat stew, originating from Liverpool, England.
She served a hearty bowl of traditional Scouse for dinner.

Often appears as...
- bowl of scouse
- traditional scouse
Definition 1 of 3

Cultural Identity
Indicates pride in being from Liverpool, often used affectionately among locals.

She's a proud Scouse, with a love for her city's history.
Avoid Stereotyping
Don't assume all stereotypes about Scouse people are true, as it could offend.

He might be a Scouse, but he doesn't fit your cliché.
Not Just Local
While 'Scouse' originates from Liverpool, its use is recognized throughout the UK.

You'll find Scouse communities in various parts of Britain.
Cultural Identity
Indicates pride in being from Liverpool, often used affectionately among locals.

She's a proud Scouse, with a love for her city's history.
Avoid Stereotyping
Don't assume all stereotypes about Scouse people are true, as it could offend.

He might be a Scouse, but he doesn't fit your cliché.
Not Just Local
While 'Scouse' originates from Liverpool, its use is recognized throughout the UK.

You'll find Scouse communities in various parts of Britain.
Cultural Identity
Indicates pride in being from Liverpool, often used affectionately among locals.

She's a proud Scouse, with a love for her city's history.
Avoid Stereotyping
Don't assume all stereotypes about Scouse people are true, as it could offend.

He might be a Scouse, but he doesn't fit your cliché.
Not Just Local
While 'Scouse' originates from Liverpool, its use is recognized throughout the UK.

You'll find Scouse communities in various parts of Britain.
Quote examples
Rafael Benitez
Spanish Coach
I would say the Geordie accent and the scouse accent are similar in terms of I don't understand anything!

Quote examples
Naby Keita
Athlete
I find the scouse accent a bit difficult, but I will try my best.

Quote examples
Rafael Benitez
Spanish Coach
I would say the Geordie accent and the scouse accent are similar in terms of I don't understand anything!

Quote examples
Naby Keita
Athlete
I find the scouse accent a bit difficult, but I will try my best.

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