fella
[fɛ.lə]
A fella is someone we consider a friend or an acquaintance.
When we talk about someone casually, especially when referring to a man, we often use "fella". It's like saying "guy" but with a bit more informality. Imagine talking to a coworker or a neighbor - you might say "Hey, have you seen my fella at the party last night?" Here, "my fella" doesn't necessarily mean he's your romantic partner; it just means someone you know or hang out with.
How common is "fella"?
Word fella is considered rare in modern English.
It appears most frequently in fiction texts and less often in other writings.
It appears most frequently in fiction texts and less often in other writings.
Definitions
noun
(chiefly South US) used to address a male
Example: Am I right, fellas?
noun
A colleague or partner.
noun
A person who was a fellow attendee at one's school.
Example: I've lost touch with all my old schoolmates: I only see them at class reunions.
fellowschoolfellow
Real examples of "fella" in context
