Looking to get your Aussie slang words game on point? Look no further! Whether you’re an Aussie at heart, planning a visit Down Under, or just curious about the lingo, we’ve got you covered. Dive into this classic Aussie terminology and start talking like a true blue Aussie in no time!
G’day – Hello/Good day 👋🏻
Example: G’day mate, how ya goin’?
Mate – Friend/Companion 👬
Example: Catch up with me and my mates at the pub tonight.
True blue – True/Real/ Genuine 🇦🇺
Example: He’s a true blue Australian. Born and raised in Queensland.
Arvo – Afternoon 🌅
Example: Let’s grab a beer this arvo?
Barbie – Barbecue 🍗
Example: Chuck (put) prawns on the barbie.
Bloke – Man/Guy 🙋🏾♂️
Example: That bloke over there is a legend at playing footy.
Bottle-o – Bottle shop (selling alcohol) 🍾
Example: Let’s go to the bottle-o and get some tinnies (cans of beer)
Chockers – Full/Crowded 👨👨👧👦
Example: The pub was chockers last night during the footy (football) game.
Stoked – Excited/Happy 🤩
Example: I’m absolutely stoked about the upcoming long weekend.
Ripper – Fantastic/Excellent 💯
Example: Your performance at the concert was an absolute ripper!
Feel like an Aussie pro already? Don’t hesitate to drop this slang into your conversations with Aussies – they’ll be impressed! For more aussie slang expressions and tips or if you have any questions, hit us up on our social media channels. Let’s get chatting like true blue Aussies! 🇦🇺🗨️
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Cheers,
Claire & Delfi