Spoons pint
/spuːnz pɪnt/
CommonA cheap pint at Wetherspoons, the UK pub chain known for very low prices.
There is a light irony in proudly going to Spoons. It signals you are not trying to impress anyone. Described both affectionately and mockingly depending on who is saying it.
Real-world examples3 examples
| # | Example | What it means | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | 2.49 spoons pint on a friday. this country has its flaws but this is not one of them | Appreciating the low price of a Wetherspoons pint as a rare British success. | x, 2024 |
| 02 | fancy pub wanted 7 quid for a pint. ended up getting three spoons pints for the same price | Chose Wetherspoons over a pricier venue for better value. | reddit, 2023 |
| 03 | quick spoons pint before the match lads | Suggesting a pre-match Wetherspoons drink. | x, 2023 |
Use it when
- Suggesting or describing a cheap pub outing to Wetherspoons.
- Expressing pride or comfort in choosing the budget option.
- Bragging about the price of your pint.
Do not use it when
- You mean any pub drink.
Origin and context
Wetherspoons (nicknamed 'Spoons') was founded by Tim Martin in 1979. Its reputation for cheap drinks made 'Spoons pint' a common phrase in UK pub culture.
- First seen
- 2000s
- Confidence
- medium
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