Published: 18 Jun 2025

ICD9: 948.1      ICD10: T30.0      ICD11: NE2Z

"The Burns" most commonly refers to Robert Burns, the national poet of Scotland.


Here's a breakdown:

Robert Burns (1759-1796): A Scottish poet and lyricist. He is widely regarded as the national poet of Scotland and is celebrated worldwide. He wrote in both Scots and English, often with a focus on themes of nature, love, social class, and Scottish identity.
Burns Night: A celebration of Robert Burns' life and work held annually on or around his birthday, January 25th. It usually involves a Burns supper, which includes traditional Scottish food such as haggis, neeps, and tatties, as well as recitations of Burns' poetry and songs.
His Works: Many poems and songs are famous, including "Auld Lang Syne", "To a Mouse", "Tam o' Shanter", and "A Red, Red Rose".

So, when someone asks about "The Burns," they are almost certainly referring to Robert Burns. However, depending on the context, it could also be referring to Burns Night or his collected works.