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the 818

thuh eight-wuhn-eightnoun
PlacesSoCalDifficulty 2 of 3: Regional

Definition

The San Fernando Valley, named by its area code.

In simple English: The San Fernando Valley, named for the area code.

Examples

  • He’s 818 forever.

  • The 818 is hotter and cheaper than the 310. That is the trade.

Usage notes

Paired in conversation with the 310 (Westside) and the 213 (older downtown).

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Track
Places
Region
SoCal
Part of speech
noun

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