English Idiom · Intermediate
ould fella
old man
Pronunciation: /ˈaʊld fɛ.lə/
Meaning
An informal term for an old man, typically used in Ireland.
Example
There were a load of ould fellas in the pub.
There were a load of ould fellas in the pub.
Practice tips
- Practice ould fella out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English idiom is for intermediate-level learners.