Australian Geographic The Aussie Slang Dictionary

by Frank Povah

Australian English has always been rich in slang and dialect words, many of which – dinkum for example – came out from Great Britain with the convicts and their meanings and pronunciation changed. Words from Indigenous languages, such as boomerang, began to be adopted and modified almost from the very first – and English words and phrases such as dead-finish were taken into Aboriginal languages, modified and loaned back to the English speakers. As time went by, words still in common use in Australia were no longer current in their country of origin, and so became Australianised.

119 pages, Paperback

Published December 8, 2020

Reviews

[Amanda Witt · Rating 5 out of 5]

A short book containing the most common expressions and providing 'translations' of sorts and/or the words origins

[erivan · Rating 4 out of 5]

It is a laugh-out-loud guide to understanding the quirks of Australian language. Packed with humorous explanations, cultural insights, and an array of unique terms, it's a delightful companion for those looking to unravel the mysteries of Aussie slang. While it offers an extensive collection of expressions, a touch of regional variations and updated content could make it even more amusing.