General
belta
What does belta mean?
Excellent, brilliant, class. The Geordie all-purpose stamp of approval — slapped on a goal, a night out, a pint, a haircut, anything that hits right. Said with full gusto, never half-heartedly.
"That last-minute winner was an absolute belta, man."
Origin
From 'belter' — something that 'belts' you with how good it is. Long-standing in North-East English, popularised nationally by Geordie Shore.
Frequently asked questions
What does belta mean?
Belta is Geordie slang for excellent, brilliant, or top-tier.
How do you use belta in a sentence?
"That match was belta, man."
Where is belta used?
It's Geordie slang, used in the Newcastle and North East England region.
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