noun
Uncommon
Stella
STEH-luh
Stella (noun) means informal British slang for a pint of Stella Artois lager. Example: “Two pints of stella, please.”
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Informal British slang for a pint of Stella Artois lager.
"Two pints of stella, please."
How to use Stella
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishPub shorthand for a specific brand of Belgian lager, Stella Artois.
When to use it
Informal, British colloquial usage.
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Word forms
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Etymology
From Latin stella, "star" — the origin of the beer brand's name.
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What does “Stella” mean?
The word “Stella” means informal British slang for a pint of Stella Artois lager. In plain terms, pub shorthand for a specific brand of Belgian lager, Stella Artois.
How do you pronounce “Stella”?
“Stella” is pronounced STEH-luh (/ˈstɛlə/ in IPA).
How do you use “Stella” in a sentence?
Here is “Stella” used in a sentence: “Two pints of stella, please.”
What part of speech is “Stella”?
“Stella” is a noun.
Where does the word “Stella” come from?
The word “Stella” comes from Latin. From Latin stella, "star" — the origin of the beer brand's name.
Is “Stella” a common word?
“Stella” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What does Stella mean in British slang?
In informal British slang, Stella refers to a pint of Stella Artois lager, using the brand's first name as a shorthand way to order the drink.
Is Stella used to refer to other beers or lagers?
No, as slang the term specifically refers to Stella Artois lager rather than lager in general; it draws directly on the brand name rather than being a generic word for beer.
Is calling a drink a Stella formal or informal?
It is informal, typically heard in casual pub conversation in Britain, such as "I'll have a Stella," rather than in formal writing or menus.
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