Fella

Fella (noun / UK Slang)

(Also heard as: Fellow, My fella, Fellas)

Definition:

A fella is a man or a guy. In the UK and Ireland, “my fella” can also mean your boyfriend or partner.

Where Fella Comes From:

It is a casual spelling of “fellow”, reflecting how the word sounds in everyday speech.

How People Actually Use Fella:

Said in chat about men in general (“that fella over there”) or about a partner (“my fella’s cooking tonight”). Friendly and informal.

Is Fella Rude?

Not rude.

Examples in the Wild:

• “Who’s that fella by the bar?”Meaning: Who is that man by the bar?
• “My fella’s picking me up later.”Meaning: My boyfriend is collecting me later.
• “Good fella, that one.”Meaning: He’s a decent bloke.

Similar Slang:

Bloke, Geezer, Mate, Bossman

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