New Zealand Everyday Slang Words and Phrases, Colloquialisms

New Zealand slang has developed over time from such a diverse mixture of backgrounds that it is sometimes difficult to establish exactly what phrases and slang words are originally from New Zealand!However be assured that all of the listed words and phrases are used with regularity throughout New Zealand which will hopefully give you a better understanding of what your Kiwi mates are really trying to tell ya!Ads – tv commercials, advertisementsAnklebiter – toddler, small childAotearoa – Maori name for New Zealand meaning land of the long white cloudArvo – afternoonBach – is a term that New Zealander’s use for a holiday home in the North IslandBanger – sausage, as in bangers and mashBarbie – barbecueBig smoke – large town or cityBit of dag – hard case, comedian, person with characterBitser – mongrel dogBloke – manBrickie – bricklayerBrown eye – to flash your naked butt at someoneBoy racer – is a term New Zealander’s use when they are referring to youth or young men driving fast cars that they have generally modifiedBring a plate – means bring a dish of food to shareBugger – damn!Bungy – kiwi slang for elastic strap, as in Bungy JumpingCaravan – mobile home that you tow behind your carCarked – fallen over or diedCardi – cardiganCast – immobilised, unable to get to your feetCheers – thanksCheerio – goodbyeCheerio – name for a cocktail sausageREAD MORE https://www.dehek.com/about-new-zealand/lifestyle/new-zealand-everyday-slang-words-and-phrases-colloquialisms/Support the show

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