Cuppa

/ˈkʌpə/ noun

Definition

A casual, informal way of saying 'cup of tea,' especially in British English.

Etymology

Contraction and casual pronunciation of 'cup of tea' in spoken English, particularly British. Emerged as everyday slang in the 20th century.

Kelly Says

British people are so associated with drinking tea that 'cuppa' became one of the most distinctly British slang terms. You'll hear it everywhere in British media, and it's so casual and friendly that it defines British hospitality culture.

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