101 Australian Sayings You Can Use: Meaning & Uses!

101 Australian slang words seem quite overwhelming, but the intensity of it mustn’t be missed. Aussie words are an intelligent mix of a straightforward approach, humour and an overload of cuteness. You know that the Australian slang list is full of one of the quirkiest, weirdly intelligent slangs you will ever encounter. We've got fun British and Irish slang, but nothing can beat the cute Australian slang words Aussies use. So whether you are planning to move to Australia, going for a vacation or just are interested in knowing the Australian phrases, keep reading!

What Does A Slang Word Mean? 

A slang is an informal language used among specific groups of people or in certain contexts. We’re sure if you are moving to the country, you would want to know what kind of slang they use, and we are here to help you. However, don’t use slang if you are with people who are new or not a part of your group, as it may be offensive.

101 Australian Slang Words & Australian Slang Phrases

Are you stoked about diving in further and learning the meaning of the word we just used and more? Let’s scroll below to understand the meaning of various Australian slang words that can help you on your journey in Australia.

1. Blokes and sheilas

A bloke is equivalent to "chap" or "fella." Examples include "She's a real sheila, that one!"

2. Crikey

"Crikey, that's a huge spider!" is the way to say the slang. Crikey Australian slang means surprised or scared.

3. Brekkie

Brekkie is the slang word for breakfast. Let’s grab a brekkie.

4. Cakehole

Cake Hole means mouth! "Shut your cake hole!"

5. Ankle-biter

This is slang for a small or young child; nevertheless. He is such an ankle-biter

6. Arvo

Arvo means “this afternoon”. A good conversation starter, you might say!

7. Roo (Joey)

Do you want to know another slang for Kangaroos? Joey! He is a Joey.

8. Smoko

Wanna go for a smoke or ‘Smoko’? This Australian slang specifically means "cigarette break".

9. Yakka

Yakka, meaning hard work, is one of the Aussie words, meaning achieving a goal or completing a task may be difficult.

10. Bruce

As if "Bloke" wasn't enough! Bruce is slang for an Aussie bloke. It works for an Australian guy named Bruce!

11. Barbie

The Australian slang stands for Barbecue! “Hey, the Barbie is ready” is one of the probable Australian slang phrases you may use the word with. It is also the most-used Australian slang in 2024.

12. Ta

Guess it takes a lot of energy to say "thank you," so when you're feeling lazy, use "ta" instead! You can also say "thanks heaps" when you truly appreciate what someone has done for you.

13. Bottle-o

It is slang for "bottle shop" or "liquor shop", a liquor store that isn't a club, bar or pub.
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14. Dag

This slang term can also describe a witty and pleasant person who is a bit of a geek, goof, or nerd. Confusing, right? So, to break it down, if you ever come across someone charming yet lacking in self-awareness? That person is a dag!

15. Maccas

McD's, Maccies, Mickey D, and McDo are some of the slang for McDonald's, and Maccas made the list of the top used slang for this famous fast-food chain.

16. Straya

Well, the country’s got a nickname too! Straya is slang for Australia, and Strayan is for Australian. Do you want to become one of the Straya? Here’s our guide to top courses for PR in Australia.

17. Bludger

Someone who is dependent on others and is lazy! So a bludger would probably say "ta" instead of thanks heaps! (no, we’re not over that slang.)

18. Footy

Footy is an Australian phrase for football! Another debate for soccer supporters!

19. Woop Woop

Woop Woop means the middle of nowhere! “They ended up in the woop woop of maps” can be a use of it.

20. Dinkum

Dinkum is slang for unquestionably good or authentic, just as this slang is Dinkum!
Check out our dinkum blog on Christmas traditions in Australia. 

21. Cobber

You are a great friend, partner, and companion! We hope you make a cobber while you are in Australia.

22. Brolly

A cute slang that stands for an umbrella! Imagine if there was a song that goes like “You can stand under my brolly.” 

23. Iffy

The unique Australian word means something a little risky or unreasonable.

24. Manchester

This is a very smart Australian phrase; Manchester means items made of cotton, linen, etc., such as sheets, pillowcases, or tablecloths.

25. Mozzie

The Australian slang that stands for mosquito. “Lot of mozzies in the house today” can be Australia’s phrases for the upbeat phrase.

26. Sanger

A sandwich is referred to as a "sanger." “Grab me a sanger on the way” can be Australia’s phrase for this Australian slang.

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27. Rooted

Rooted is slang for tired or broken! We suggest not using it too often as this word has very different meanings if you know what we mean!

28. Stoked

You might have heard this Aussie slang in 2024. It is the Australian phrase for excited. The Australian jargon is also used to represent happiness. 

29. Swag

No, no, it's not what you think it is. Swag in Australia is a sleeping bag or a single bed that you may roll up. 

30. Thongs

A funny word that means flips flops in Australian slang words while using phrases in their daily lives.

31. Exy

Exy is one of the most used Australian slang words, meaning expensive. “The restaurant is too exy for me” can be one of the Australian phrases you can use.

32. Sunnies

Sunnies is one of the widely used Australian slang words. “Grab me the sunnies, Rachel” can be an Australian phrase that includes the word. 

33. Cabbies

Cabbies, as a slang word, means taxi drivers. “The cabbies don’t wait for long these days” is an example of the conversations you may slide in. 

34. Lippie

Lippie is the cute slang word for Lipstick. “I like the lippie you are wearing” can be a phrase where you may use the word. 

35. Polly

Polly is the Australian slang for Police Officer. An interesting example is, “The Polly are merciless these days”.

36. Lollies

Lollies are the Australian way for Lollipops. “Get some lollies from the store” can be one of the Australian phrases for the happy-go-lucky slang.

37. Bizzo

Bizzo is used to describe business. You can say something like, “Mind your bizzo, Suzan”.

38. Relo

Relo is one of our personal favourites and a short way to say ‘Relative’. A real example of using the slang word is “Can’t bear the relos anymore”.

39. Servo

Servo means gas station. Australians are known for their shortcuts with words. It is not a surprise when they say, “The Servo is very far from my home”.

40. Defo

This is one of the cutest Australian words and is often used in Australian Idioms. It is one of the most famous Australian slang words, too. “Defo brother!” is also among one of the most famous phrases.

41. Muso

A Muso is the most muse-worthy name for a Musician. “The muso played well” can be used in Australia’s common phrases for the slang word.

42. Vego

Vego is one of the most popular Australian slang words for vegetarians. “Are you a pure vego” is a probable use of the word here.

43. Nasho

Nasho, as an Australian slang, refers to the national military services of Australia. “ My friend got into the Nasho” is a way you can use the Australian word.

44.  Evo

Evo refers to Evening. “Let’s plan the evo together today”  is a probable use of the sassy word for evening. 

45. Seppo

Seppo means an American. “The Seppos are bonding well in the campus”  is a probable use of Australian slang in Australia’s phrases.

46. Aggro

Aggro means aggressive. “He gets too agro”  is a probable use of Australian slang in Australia’s phrases.

47. Bogan

The Australian slang refers to uncultured person/s. “He is a bogan”  is a way to have a conversation about someone from college that you probably don’t like much.

48. 7 G’Day

The happy slang word means greetings. You can say the word in many ways. One example can be “G’day Hanah”.

49. Avo

Avo means Avocado in the world of Australian slang words. You can just say, “One Avo shake, please,” while buying your lunch-break drink.

50. Billy

Billy means teapot. “The billy is hot, billie”  is a probable use of the word.

51. Bathers

Swimsuits are referred to as bathers in Australian slang words and phrases. “Need a new bather”  is a way to use the word in Australia’s phrases.

52. Billabong

The Australian word is used in various Australian idioms and phrases. Billabong is a pond in dry rivers. “She is like my billabong” is a way to use slang in Australia’s phrases.

53. Beauty

Beauty is the common slang used for excellent. “You beauty” is a way to use slang in Australia’s phrases.

54. Cactus

Cactus means dead or something broken. “I am like a cactus after she left me” is a way to use slang in while you exchange words in Australia.

55. Chook

Chook means chicken in Australian slang words. “The chooks of the farm look healthy”  is a way to use slang in Australia’s phrases.

56. Chrisie

Chrisie is the most commonly used Australian slang words for Christmas. “Yippie, the Chrisie season is back” can be part of Australia’s phrases.

57. Clucky

Clucky is the slang used to describe the motherly feeling. “I am in a clucky mood today, damn!” is a way to use it.

58. Crook

Being angry is the meaning of Crook in Australian slang words. “He getting crook with me” can be part of your conversations in Australia.

59. Dunny

Toilet is the meaning of the Australian word. “Before you book the hotel, check the dunny” can be used as part of Australian expressions.

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60. Esky

Esky means a container which keeps things cool. “We will need an esky for the beach party” can be part of Australian sayings.

61. Facey

Facey is one of the most popularly used Australian slang words for Facebook. “You still use the Facey?” can be part of Australian expressions.

62. Frothy

Frothy means beer in Australian slang phrases. “Did you gulp in too much frothy?” is an example in which the word can be part of the phrase.

63. Gnarly

Surfers mostly use the Aussie word. It means awesome. “Such a gnarly performance mate” can be part of Australian expressions.

64. Heaps

Heaps, as a word in Australia, generally means ‘a lot’. “There were heaps of snacks at the party” can be part of Australian sayings.

65. Lappy

Lappy is the Australian slang for laptop. “Keep my lappy with you, please” can be part of Australian expressions.

66. Iffy

Iffy is the Australian slang for risky things. “I find the cliff jumping too iffy” can be used as part of Australian sayings.

67. Legless

One of the most common Australian slang words, legless, is used for someone drunk. “Joe was just legless yesterday” can be part of Australian expressions.

68. Mongrel

Mongrel is a street slang word for someone who is not so nice. “Such a mongrel” can be used as part of Australian slang phrases.

69. Maccas

Maccas is one of the most widely used Australian slang words for McDonalds. “Let’s grab a brekkie from Maccas” can be part of Australian expressions.

70. Rapt

Rapt means being very happy. “She is so rapt about her new dress” can be used as part of Australian slang phrases.

71. Rooted

Rooted is a common slang word for tired. “I got too much rooted in the process” can be used as part of Australian slang phrases.

72. Sheila

Sheila means a woman. “Hey Sheila, how you doin'?” can be part of Australian slang phrases.

73. Skull

Drinking a beer is interchanged with the skull in Australian slang words. “Let’s skull a beer.”

74. Tea

Tea weirdly means dinner in Australian words and Australian slang phrases. “It’s tea time” can be part of Australia’s phrases.

75. Yous

The slang word refers to the plural form of you. “Yous need to buckle up” can be part of Australian slang phrases.

76. A Cold One

Beer is in the list of Australian slang words and is used widely in Australian slang phrases. Next time, when you order your drink in Australia, it is not just a bottle but ‘A Cold One’.

77. Bail

Australian word means to cancel plans. “Bailing out this weekend guys”, is an example of a phrase the word can be used. 

78. Put a sock in it

Next time you want to tell someone to shut up, use this phrase instead! It will give you a gush of relief and a brain-boggling experience for them

79. Throw a shrimp on the Barbie

A way to invite people for social gatherings under the sun. The Australian slang phrase was used in an advertisement for Australian travel starring actor Paul Hogan.

80. Have a go, your mug

You might hear it at football games or cricket matches from angry fans! Generally describes 

somebody who isn't giving it their all or taking any chances.

81. Hit the frog and toad

It is like “hitting the road” but means “get out of here”.

82. Gone walkabout

This expression denotes that someone has left and won't be reachable again until they return. Australian alternative of M.I.A.

83. What's the John Dory?

This phrase is used when you want to know the tea. John Dory is a fish found in Sydney Harbour, and Dory rhymes with a story,  so what's the John Dory?

84. Six of one, half a dozen of other

This Australian phrase denotes that the odds are 50/50. Any choice you make will probably not affect how things turn out.

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85. Mad as a cut snake

The phrase is used to express extreme rage and fury. You can also say “mad as a snake”.

86. Dog’s breakfast (Dingo’s breakfast)

This phrase is used when there’s complete chaos or a mess; this has nothing to do with breakfast unless it's Dingo’s breakfast, which is said when there’s no breakfast.

87. She’ll be apples

This Australian phrase, which is still widely used today, means everything will be alright.

88. Have a captain cook

This is another rhyming Australian phrase which means “have a look”.

89. Kangaroos loose in the top paddock

Australian version of things not quite right in one's head.

90. Spit the dummy

To lose one's temper, to indulge in a sudden outburst of rage or fury. This phrase is inspired by a similar reaction of a baby who spits out their "dummy" or pacifier and cries hysterically.

91. Good on ya

The word means for good to go, way to go, a phrase to praise someone.

92. Having a whinge

This is slang for whining or complaining without any valid reason.

93. Tall poppy syndrome

When someone openly envies another person because of their success or accomplishments. A fun Australian phrase to you when someone is jealous of you.

94. Pull one’s head in

Another slang in Australia when telling someone to shut up and mind your own business. Frequently used when you are frustrated or want to confront someone.

95. My Shout

Australians are terrific at not splitting checks when paying for things like a round of drinks or the tab; instead, they take turns paying. So if your turn to pay, just say “my shout”.

96. Sus it out

Use this phrase to uncover something that might or might not seem suspicious. 

97. Bloody oath!

The Australian word “Bloody Oath” is a version of “I swear to God” from the enticing list of Australian slang words telling someone that you are saying nothing but the truth.

98. No worries

Let’s come to one of the most famous and dear slangs used by the Australian masses. This is also among the most used slang in Australia.

99. Bush

The Slang word ‘Bush’  means an expanse of the city, which is neither very isolated nor too populated. 

100. Outback

Australian slang words are very convenient as it reduces the effort of speaking long sentences. The word means a desolated area outside the city.

101. Pull Ya’ Head In

It is one of the most widely used Australian slang phrases and Australian idioms. It means not to keep a stubborn attitude. “Pull ya’ head in before you speak to your seniors” can be part of Australian slang phrases.

We hope that some of the Australian slang words in this blog have given you a better understanding of the language so you won't be lost the next time you're eavesdropping on a conversation in a Sydney restaurant. Sydney has a lot of things to explore; check out our blog on the best Sydney museums. Just a tip: do not use this slang in official settings; you become one of the good Aussies. Now that you've learnt to speak like an Aussie, you might consider moving here! Go through our blogs on the benefits of studying in Australia, the best universities and Visa requirements.