Four islanders on the words and phrases they believe are unique
to Rathlin and where they might have come from.
Name: Loughlin McQuilkin Age: 81 Lives in: Rathlin island Lived here: All my life Born in the area? Yes Description of own accent: General English with
some words and saying from Rathlin Languages other than English: Speak and understand
a little Irish
Name: James McFaul Age: 55 Lives in: Rathlin island Lived here: All my life Born in the area? Yes Description of own accent: Rathlin Languages other than English: No
Scud
on
When y'r ma wanted her drap o' tay, ye knew y'd better scud on...
