The word "sottish" is spelled as /ˈsɑːtɪʃ/ in IPA phonetic transcription. It is an adjective that means "drunk, intoxicated or foolish". The spelling is derived from the Scottish word "sotter", which means to make drunk, and the suffix "-ish", which denotes a likeness or resemblance. The pronunciation of the word includes an elongated "o" sound and a hard "t" sound, which are common features of Scottish English. Despite its similarity to the word "Scottish", "sottish" has no connection to Scotland or its culture.
Dull; stupid with drink.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word "sottish" is derived from the Middle English word "sotyssh" or "sottissh", which came from the Old English word "sottisc". It ultimately traces back to the Latin word "soltus", meaning "silly" or "foolish". This Latin term also gave rise to the French word "sot", meaning "stupid" or "foolish". Over time, the meaning of "sottish" evolved to refer to someone who is not only foolish but also drunken or given to excessive drinking.