Bloke
What does it mean?
Bloke is the quintessential British word for a man. It’s the equivalent of "guy" in American English but with a distinctively British feel. A "top bloke" is a man who is particularly nice, helpful, or reliable. It’s a neutral and very common term used across all social classes in the UK and is an essential part of the everyday vocabulary.
REAL ENGLISH.
Is it positive or negative?
Neutral.
When do you use it?
Used casually to refer to men in general conversation.
Examples
Example 1: He's a nice bloke once you get to know him.
Example 2: Some bloke called about the job earlier.
Question for you
Is there a similar casual word for "man" in your language?
Try saying your answer aloud, using the expression.
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