Australian Slang
Below is a guide to help you better understand Australian conversations.
We suggest that you not use any slang until you have a good understanding of English, because sometimes it can be misunderstood and be interpreted as rude.
If you do use slang, make sure that it is said only to people the same age as you or younger.
in many cases using it towards an older person is considered rude.
Can you understand these phrases?
Conversation 1
A: Do you want a cuppa?
B: Give me a sec, I’m just going to peg-out the washing.
A: Okay. Do you want a chockie?
B: Yeah. Nah. I’ll just have a bickie.
A: Should I put the ac on?
B: Cheers.
Conversation 2
A: What’s up?
B: We’re just going swimming.
A: Whereabouts are you going?
B: Dunno.
A: Shall I set up the Barbie for tonight?
B: Ta.
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