General
fella
What does fella mean?
A generic word for a man, or 'me fella' for a boyfriend/husband.
"Ask that fella over there."
Origin
Colloquial 'fellow', strongly used across Liverpool.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'fella' mean?
It's a generic word for a man or bloke, and 'me fella' can mean a boyfriend or husband.
How do you use 'fella'?
You use it to refer to a man, e.g. 'Ask that fella over there', or to your partner, 'me fella'.
Where does 'fella' come from?
It's a colloquial pronunciation of 'fellow', strongly used across Liverpool.
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