General
la
What does la mean?
A friendly term of address for a male, short for 'lad'. Used in greetings and to punctuate speech.
"In a bit, la."
Origin
Contraction of 'lad', a characteristic Liverpool form of address.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'la' mean in Scouse?
It's a friendly term of address for a male, short for 'lad', used in greetings and to punctuate speech.
Where does 'la' come from?
It's a contraction of 'lad', a characteristic Liverpool form of address.
How do you use 'la'?
You tack it onto greetings or comments to a mate, as in 'Alright, la?' or 'In a bit, la.'
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