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Two-four
01
(Canada) a case containing 24 beers
Slang
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
two-fours
What does "two-four" mean in Canadian slang?
It is used in Canada to refer to a case containing 24 bottles or cans of beer, a common party or gathering size. People typically say "Grab a two-four for the cottage" or "We crushed a two-four last night." The term originated in Canadian beer drinking culture, likely in the mid 20th century, as 24 packs became a standard retail size, and remains a widely understood and proudly Canadian term, distinct from American "case" or "30 rack."
Examples
I picked up a two-four for the party.



























