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- But, if you were to ask an Aussie what the most annoying slang word, according to those surveyed, it’s “sheila”, a term used to describe a woman. It comes as no surprise that more women (33 per cent) than men (27 per cent) find it annoying, describing it as outdated and derogatory.
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- Sheila. Meaning: Woman or female. "Sheila" has been deemed the most irritating Aussie slang word, with 31.71 per cent of voters saying they dislike it.
- Crikey. Meaning: An exclamation of surprise. Crikey! Who would've guessed 23 per cent of voters would choose this as their most disliked Aussie slang word?
- Cake hole. Meaning: Mouth. Those who love this phrase might suggest 23 per cent of voters shut their cake holes. To be fair though, this one isn't strictly Australian.
- Mate. The most popular Aussie slang word also appears on the most annoying list, with 20.79 per cent of voters giving it a thumbs down. Interestingly, more men (24.25 per cent) than women (19.93 per cent) find "mate" irritating.
Sep 2, 2024 · What is some Australian slang? While Cockney slang has a certain rhyme and rhythm to it, Australian slang is more a form of abbreviation. Words like 'Yewy' - a shortened version of U-Turn, 'Smoko' - smoking break and 'You beauty' are all examples of abbreviated terms that have become commonly used.
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May 16, 2024 · The most annoying slang words in Australia are ‘sheila’, ‘crikey’ and ‘cake hole’. 64% of Australians pick up slang terms from their friends, and 82% tend to use slang terms in conversations with friends. Nearly 40% of Australians with children get annoyed when they hear slang in conversation.
Sep 16, 2024 · “Blowie” is a colloquial term for a blowfly, one of the most common and annoying insects in Australia. These flies are notorious for buzzing around, especially in hot weather, and can be a real nuisance during outdoor activities.
- A Cold One – Beer.
- Accadacca – How Aussies refer to Australian band ACDC.
- Ankle Biter – Child.
- Arvo – Afternoon (S’Arvo – this afternoon!)
When the English language was exported, English took on another form of it’s own. Just like the silly Australian Culture and Stereotypes. Australian slang has evolved over time to something that’s almost unrecognisable!
Dec 18, 2017 · Oi you! Lost in Sydney bar conversation? Applying for Aussie citizenship? Master these 33 phrases of Australian slang and you’ll be fair dinkum.
