What does have a ripper day mean?

Example: “Have a ripper of a day!” / “That was a cracker of a game!” You'll definitely see or hear these phrases; they're a common way of wishing someone a good day. Cracker and ripper aren't always interchangeable but they're used in very similar ways and situations.

What does a ripper mean in slang?

noun. a person who rips. a murderer who dissects or mutilates his victims' bodies. informal, mainly Australian and NZ a fine or excellent person or thing.

Why do Aussies say Ripper?

“Ripper” as Australian slang first appeared in print in the early 1970s (although it may be older in oral use), but it is clearly derived from “ripper” used as a slang noun in Britain to mean “something excellent” beginning in the early 18th century (“You have a ripper of a city to see,” London Magazine, 1825).

What is the most Australian thing to say?

What do Aussies call their friends?

“Mate” is a popular word for friend. And while it's used in other English-speaking countries around the world, it has a special connection to Australia. In the past, mate has been used to address men, but it can be gender-neutral. In Australia, you'll also hear mate used in an ironic sense.

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What do Aussies call babies?

Contributor's comments: The word "bubs" was short for "babies". When I went to primary school in Mornington, Victoria (1960-67), "Babies" or "Bubs" was the word used for the prep year kids at the Catholic School. In the State School, the equivalent term was "Preps".

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What is Australian slang for girl?

Aussie Slang Words For Women:

Sheila. Chick. Woman. Lady.

What do Aussies call Brits?

Pommy or Pom

The terms Pommy, Pommie and Pom, in Australia, South Africa and New Zealand usually denotes an British person.

What does cheeky girl mean in Australia?

What does cheeky girl mean in Australia? Cheeky. This is such a favorite, especially now that I have a kid. I use it all the time regarding mine and other people's children. It describes something that's a little bit naughty, kind of sly, but in a good natured or funny way.

What do they call bathroom in Australia?

It isn't the john or the bathroom, as many Americans call it. We say the toilet, or (if you want to be specific) the Gents or the Ladies. Other terms include the dunny and the loo. The bathroom is where you keep the bath, which is often not in the same room as the toilet.

What do Aussies call cigarettes?

Durry, an Australian slang term for cigarette.

What does you little ripper mean?

You little ripper/You little beauty

Meaning: that's terrific; how excellent. This expression is typically roared at the TV upon seeing that your betting horse has won the race, or after finding out that your last meeting of the day has been cancelled.

What are rippers in days gone?

Rippers are a cult that worships Freakers. They are known for their merciless attacks, kidnappings, and their distinct look of having self-inflicted cuts all over their body. Rippers cut themselves, shave their heads, and allow their skin to go pale in order to resemble the Freakers they worship.

What does ripping someone mean?

To tease, mock, or ridicule someone very severely or maliciously. I know they don't mean any harm with the way they rip on me, but my friends' comments can be pretty hurtful at times.

What do Australians call flip flops?

One example is the local term for flip-flops. "The Australians call them 'thongs', a word which in New Zealand refers to an item of ladies' underwear," said Mr Cryer.

Why do Aussies say poms?

Australians have been using the word freely since its probable emergence in the late 19th century as a nickname for English immigrants, a short form of pomegranate, referring to their ruddy complexions.

What does whinging pom mean?

The Winjin' Pom (the name is a pun on the "whinging pom", an Aussie expression used to refer to a person of British origin who constantly complains about things he has to face) caravan is famous not only for talking but also for flying, something which occurs several episodes in after a hijack by The Crows.

What do Australians call a hot person?

Bonzer Good, a good thing. Mate A sworn friend – one you'd do anything for – as essential as beer to the Australian stereotype. Spunk Attractive or sexy person of either gender (but generally a young man); as in “what a spunk!” Can also be used as an adjective: spunky.

Can you call a girl mate in Australia?

In Australia, the term mate is used a lot. There is a code of ethics in using it correctly, however. These are some guidelines to assist you: Men use mate, women NEVER do.

What can you not say to Aussie?

Do Aussies say bloody?

Bloody has always been a very common part of Australian speech and has not been considered profane there for some time. The word was dubbed "the Australian adjective" by The Bulletin on 18 August 1894.

What does chook mean in Australia?

chook. A domestic fowl; a chicken. Chook comes from British dialect chuck(y) 'a chicken; a fowl' which is a variant of chick. Chook is the common term for the live bird, although chook raffles, held in Australian clubs and pubs, have ready-to-cook chooks as prizes.

What does ? mean in slang?

Hang loose is the symbol made by folding down your middle three fingers, and rotating your wrist side to side while your thumb and pinky remains at attention. It's also this emoji, added to Unicode in 2016: ?.

How do you say yes in Australian slang?

Yeah nah yeah = yes. No wonder you're confused! A commonly-used word here is mate, which normally means friend. But pay attention to the person's tone when they say it – sometimes, it's used in a passive-aggressive way, and it probably means the opposite of friend!