Useful English Word or Phrase to Boost Your English: Plonker

What does it mean?

A foolish or inept person.

Is it positive or negative?

Negative (but often used affectionately between friends).

When do you use it?

Used to tease a friend for making a silly mistake or behaving in a foolish way.

Examples

Example 1: You've forgotten your keys again, you plonker!

Example 2: Stop acting like a plonker and help me out with this.

Question for you

Have you ever done something that made you feel like a bit of a plonker?

Are you looking for English speaking practice online?

Plonker is a classic British insult, popularized by the show Only Fools and Horses. We work on nuances like this in online English lessons with a British native speaker. For a similar vibe, see Muppet. Find out more here.