Australian words / phrases you should know

English is the official language in Australia. But some words / phrases are typical Australian. So are you going on a trip Down Under? Check out the Australian slang below so you can talk like a local.

Fun Australian words / phrases

  • A cold one – A beer
  • Barbie – Barbecue
  • Bloody – Very
  • Brolly – Umbrella
  • Bush – Out in the bush
  • Ciggy – Cigarette
  • G’day – Good day
  • Mate – Friend
  • Lappy – Laptop
  • Piece of Piss – Easy

How to speak like an Australian?

So, if you’re planning a trip to Australia? Make sure you know the words/phrases above when you want to talk with locals.

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