chuffed

Local meaning

Pleased, happy, or proud about something.

“Chuffed” expresses satisfied happiness, often after good news, praise, a gift, or a successful result. It commonly appears with “with” or “about”, and stronger forms such as “really chuffed” or “chuffed to bits” show enthusiastic pleasure. It is warm and informal rather than formal praise.

Examples in context

1. She was really chuffed with the result.
2. I’m chuffed that the project is finally live.
3. He looked absolutely chuffed with his birthday present.

How it is used

The adjective usually follows “be” or another linking verb. In standard modern use it is positive, though older or regional histories can be more complicated.

Spelling and scope

Common informal British English used throughout London and the UK; not a specifically London or MLE expression.

Common search forms stay discoverable without claiming that every London community uses one spelling.

Common patterns

• really chuffed
• chuffed with
• chuffed about
• chuffed to bits