Is scouse the same as stew?

No, scouse is not the same as stew. Scouse is a traditional dish from Liverpool, England, and is made with lamb or mutton, potatoes, onions, and carrots, and sometimes barley. It is typically served with bread. Stew, on the other hand, is a general term for a dish that is made by cooking meat, vegetables, and sometimes other ingredients in a liquid, such as water or broth.