bloke
/blouk/
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Definition
- Noun:
- A man, a fellow: An informal term for a man, often used in British and Australian English to refer to a male person in a casual, friendly, or neutral way. It typically implies an ordinary man, not someone of particular status.
Usage
- The word "bloke" is a common, informal noun. It is used in spoken language and informal writing.
- It is primarily used in British and Australian English. In American English, words like "guy," "dude," or "fellow" are more common.
- It can be used with adjectives to describe the man's character (e.g., a nice bloke, a funny bloke).
Examples
- Noun:
- He's a decent bloke who would help anyone.
- I met this interesting bloke at the pub last night.
- Ask that bloke over there for directions.
Advanced Usage
- "The bloke": Can be used to refer to a specific man already mentioned or understood in context.
- I told the bloke at the counter about the problem.
- Used in the phrase "one of the blokes" to signify being part of a group of ordinary men, often implying acceptance or camaraderie.
- Even though he's the boss, he still likes to be seen as one of the blokes.
Variants and Related Words
- Blokey or Blokish (adj): Having qualities stereotypically associated with ordinary men, such as enjoying traditional male interests.
- He has a very blokey sense of humour.
Synonyms
- Chap (n, chiefly British): A man or boy.
- Fellow (n): A man or boy.
- Guy (n, chiefly North American): A man.
- Lad (n, chiefly British): A boy or young man.
Related Phrases
- "Good bloke": A common phrase meaning a decent, reliable, or likeable man.
- Everyone says he's a really good bloke.
- "Old bloke": An informal way to refer to an older man.
- The old bloke who lives next door is very friendly.
Noun
- a boy or man
- that chap is your host
- there's a fellow at the door
- he's a likable cuss
- he's a good bloke