Ever wonder what in the world Australian's mean when they say certain words or phrases?? I know I do. Well if you're curious, here are some answers to the most common words and phrases used in the Australian culture.
Outback - remote, sparsely populated area
Jackaroo - type of agricultural worker
Paddock - field
Mate - friend
Dinkum - true
Sheila - woman
Bludger - someone who is lazy
Bung - 1) broken, 2) person pretending to be hurt
Bluey - person with red hair
Jumper - sweater
Slinglet - sleeveless t-shirt
Sunnies - sunglasses
Pluggers/Thongs - flip-flops
Biscuit - cookies or crackers
Bikkies - biscuits
Rockmelon - cantaloupe
Sarsaparilla - root beer
Maccas - McDonald's
Goony - Plastic cask
Gin - older Aboriginal lady
Esky - portable cooler
Prawn - shrimp
Shrimp - someone who is short
Barrack - hoot or cheer in support of something
Root - a noun and verb referring to the act of sexual intercourse
"Sticky Wicket" - in a tight situation
"Play a straight bat" - give a non-committal answer
"Shoulder arms" - dodge the question
"Taking it on the front foot" - take a proactive stance
"Taking it on the back foot" - reacting to matters
Footy - football
Ute - utility vehicle
Fourby - 4x4
Panel vans - used by police to transport prisoners
Paddy wagon - panel van
Digger - soldier
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