Pronunciation: [skˈə͡ʊʃə] (IPA) 
The word "Scotia" is spelled with a silent "c". The IPA phonetic transcription for this word is /ˈskoʊʃə/. The "s" sound is followed by a long "o" sound, as in "boat". The "t" sound is pronounced as a soft, unvoiced sound, as in "cat". The final "ia" is pronounced as "sha", similar to the ending of "Asia". Despite the silent "c", the word "Scotia" is not pronounced as "Scottia", but rather "Sko-sha".
Scotia is a noun that refers to a geographical term with multiple meanings.
In geographical terms, Scotia commonly refers to a submerged ridge or bank located in the ocean floor. This term is often used in oceanography and geology to describe underwater formations, particularly in reference to the continental shelf or between two different ocean basins. For instance, the term "North Atlantic Scotia" is used to describe the underwater ridge that separates the North Atlantic Ocean and the South Atlantic Ocean.
Additionally, Scotia is an alternative name for Scotland, a country located in the northern part of the island of Great Britain. Scotland has a rich history and distinct culture, known for its highlands, castles, bagpipes, kilts, and renowned Scotch whisky. The term "Scotia" is derived from "Scotia Major," a Latin term referring to the land inhabited by the Scots. It is often used in a historical or poetic context when discussing the country or its history.
Furthermore, Scotia is sometimes used as a brand name or part of the name for various organizations or products, such as Scotia Bank, a Canadian multinational banking and financial services company, or Scotia Plaza, a prominent skyscraper in Toronto, Canada. In these instances, Scotia often denotes a connection with Scotland or a specific Scottish identity.
• A poetic name for Scotland.
• The hollow moulding in the base of a column-so called from the shadow formed by it.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word "Scotia" traces its origins back to the Latin term "Scotia" or "Scotiae", which were originally used to refer to Ireland. The Latin term evolved from the Gaelic word "Scotti", which denoted the inhabitants of Ireland. Over time, "Scotia" came to be associated with the land inhabited by the Scotti people, which eventually referred to Scotland as well. Both Scotland and Ireland have historic connections to the Gaelic-speaking Scots, which is why the term "Scotia" came to be associated with both regions.
