Useful English Word or Phrase to Boost Your English: Pukka

What does it mean?

Genuine; excellent (slang).

Is it positive or negative?

Positive.

When do you use it?

Use it to praise quality.

Examples

Example 1: That idea sounds very pukka to me.

Example 2: He was a bit pukka after the long trip.

Question for you

When would you use "Pukka" in real life?

Are you looking for English speaking practice online?

Pukka means excellent or high quality, and it sounds very British. If you want to use it confidently, we can practise it in online lessons. A similar compliment is brilliant. Find out more here.