Newfie

[ noo-fee, nyoo- ]

noun

1. Also called Newf. a term used to refer to a native or inhabitant of Newfoundland; Newfoundlander.
2. the Canadian province of Newfoundland.

adjective

1. of or relating to Newfoundland.

Newfie

/ ˈnjuːfɪ /

noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Newfoundland
2. the island of Newfoundland

Word History and Origins

Origin of Newfie¹

Newf(oundland) + -ie

Example Sentences

In Canada, the “Newfie” joke was a big thing for many, many years, and we were often portrayed in the media and pop culture as stupid Newfies.

From New York Times

Don’t call a Newfoundlander a “Newfie”; some locals find the term offensive.

From Washington Post

“Ah, you had me until you called me a Newfie. I find it a derogatory term,” wrote one, while another pointed out that the word is “highly offensive to many here”.

From The Guardian

“We regret our use of the word “Newfie” to describe the people of Newfoundland.

From The Guardian

“Newfie is one of those words that non-Newfs should avoid. There’s always been the debate here about whether or not it’s offensive. Newfs use it to describe themselves but many don’t like mainlanders using it.”

From The Guardian