What does DEFO mean in Australia?

What does DEFO mean in Australia?

Definitely
100 Australian Slang Words & Phrases

Aussie slang word/phrase Meaning
Deadset That’s true, or true!
Defo Definitely
Devo Devastated
Drongo a Fool, ‘Don’t be a drongo mate’

What is the slang word for an Australian?

Aussie is Australian slang for Australian, both the adjective and the noun, and less commonly, Australia. Aussie can be used in the form of an adjective or noun.

What does Bush Telly mean?

campfire
a “bush telly” (AUS slang): a campfire, an outdoor fire (Australian slang)

Is Bogan a bad word?

The word “bogan” is derogatory and carries with it a variety of stereotypes. Bogans typically wear ugg boots, or thongs in summer.

What are some Australian slang words and phrases?

This following list of Australian words and phrases contains some slang terms only true Aussies know! Use this Aussie slang in your day-to-day conversations and Aussie might think you’re one of their own. bathers – swimsuit. brolly – umbrella. coldie – beer.

What is the origin of the Aussie slang word “Seppo”?

The Australian slang word “seppo” has derived from its predecessor “septic tank” or “yank” and is rarely used by the young people in Aussie. Other Aussie sayings from the aforementioned lists are also seldom used by the young people.

Why is Macca’s the second most used Aussie slang word?

The reason is that almost 50% of people said Macca’s instead of the full name of the second most used Aussie slang word. So, if you come to the roo’s (aka kangaroo) country, you will defo find different Macca’s than elsewhere in the world and find even more examples of Australian lingo.

Why is McDonald’s abbreviated in Australian slang?

Hence, slang abbreviations help speakers sound more friendly-like and familiar. For instance, pash goes for “a passionate kiss”, Macca’s – McDonald’s, daks – trousers, сhook – chicken, click – kilometer, etc. By the way, did you know that the fast-food company McDonald’s agreed to lose its traditional naming in Australia?

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