Wednesday, 6 September 2023

Aussie Slang Day

 


Well it is Aussie Slang day and this week we have these gems.


Banana Bender: Someone from Queensland


Cane Toad: Also someone from Queensland


Cockroach: Someone from New South Wales


Crow Eater: Someone from South Australia


Sandgroper: Someone from Western Australia

8 comments:

  1. Where did "cockroach" come from? That sounds rude.

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  2. I've only heard of few of these but never use them Jo-Anne.

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  3. Insulting nicknames to be sure, Jo-Anne. Thanks for sharing!

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  4. Can't help but wonder about the origins of these.

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    1. I do wonder how they came about except for the Queensland ones those I get

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  5. Amusing as always... probably better with context. Except the cockroach one.

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