General
cuppa
What does cuppa mean?
A hot drink, usually tea; from 'cup of'.
"Sit down and I'll make you a cuppa."
Origin
British and Australian contraction of 'cup of' (tea), in common use through the 20th century. It's deeply tied to UK tea culture.
Frequently asked questions
What does cuppa mean?
Cuppa means a cup of tea. It's a British and Australian shortening of 'cup of.'
Does cuppa always mean tea?
Usually yes — tea is the default. It can occasionally mean coffee, but you'd specify.
Is cuppa British or Australian?
Both use it heavily. It's a staple of British and Australian everyday speech around tea culture.
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