What Does “Bloke” Mean?
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Bloke
noun British slang
translates to
Plain English out
A man, a guy — the standard British word for an ordinary man.
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The full meaning
Bloke means a man or guy, specifically an ordinary unpretentious man. 'Good bloke' means a decent reliable man. Warm and down-to-earth.
Where “bloke” comes from
British English slang dating to the 19th century. Standard British informal speech for well over a century, also used in Australia.
How it’s actually used
'Some bloke at work...' Reference. 'He's a good bloke.' Compliment.
Some bloke at work brought in cake.
He's a proper good bloke.
Which bloke did you mean?
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For parents & teachers
Completely harmless. Simply the British word for a man or guy.
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Last reviewed: 2026-08-20