Australian slang dictionary

Welcome to our comprehensive Australian slang glossary!🦘🤠🐨

Australia’s got more than just kangaroos and beaches; it’s packed with unique slang that can baffle the best of us.

Here, we’ve curated the most iconic Aussie slang terms, each with its meaning, origin and examples. Whether you’re a local or a curious traveler, this guide’s got you covered. Speak like a true blue Aussie in no time!

Australian slang dictionary

Without further ado, here’s our list of Australian slang:

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Arvo

• Meaning: Afternoon.
• Origin: A common feature in Australian slang is shortening words and adding an ‘o’ to the end.

  “Arvo” is a classic example of this.

• Example: “I’ll see you this arvo fo