How do you respond to G day Mate?

Yes, it is a bit of an Aussie thing to say mate a lot. These phrases are also popular; “Good on ya.” “All good.” and “No worries.” Then there are questions like “How ya going?” which should be answered with “Good mate.” Let's try that one; “How ya going?” “Good mate.” “Too easy.” Oh, that's another one.
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Can you say G day Mate to a woman?

“G'day, mate!” (mostly used by men though, not so often by women.)
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How do Aussies greet each other?

The most common verbal greeting is a simple “Hey”, “Hello”, or “Hi”. Some people may use Australian slang and say “G'day” or “G'day mate”. However, this is less common in cities. Many Australians greet by saying “Hey, how are you?”.
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How does an Aussie say good day?

1. G'day. One of the first things you'll hear when in Australia, is the classic “G'day, mate”, which is basically the same as saying, “good day”, or “hello”. So feel free to use this one from day 1 and watch the smiles around you as people respond with, “g'day mate”, which means “hello, friend”.
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What does GDAY mean in Australia?

Definition. Australians use a lot of slang words, one of the more common words is g'day. G'day is an abbreviation of good day, a general greeting.
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Do Australians really say G day Mate?

It surely sounds strange to those who are familiar with American or British English, but it is a very common expression in Australia. G'day is a shortened form of 'Good Day' and it is the equivalent of 'Hello. ' Mate means friend or buddy and it can be used to address your friend or a total stranger.
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What is G day in texting?

G'DAY means "Good Day" (as in "Hello"). It is a slang term, particularly popular in Australia and New Zealand.
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How do Aussies say thank you?

Australians are very grateful people, but, we don't make a big deal of saying thank you. Now, imagine if someone does something you're really thankful for, you'd say thanks heaps. So if you're having computer problems and IT comes and saves the day, you'd say "thanks heaps mate!"
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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.
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What's the most Australian thing to say?

Master these 33 terms and you'll be fair dinkum.
  • Wrap your laughing gear 'round that.
  • Dog's breakfast. ...
  • Tell him he's dreaming. ...
  • A few stubbies short of a six-pack. ...
  • What's the John Dory? ...
  • Have a Captain Cook. ...
  • No worries, mate, she'll be right. ...
  • Fair go, mate. Fair suck of the sauce bottle. ...
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What is considered respectful in Australia?

Always say please when asking someone for help or a favour or you will come across as rude. Punctuality is important in Australia, and people stick to the appointments, engagements and meetings they schedule.
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How do Australian say goodbye?

Hooroo = Goodbye

The Australian slang for goodbye is Hooroo and sometimes they even Cheerio like British people.
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How do Aussies say goodnight?

I can not recall ever being greeted with a "good night". It's "good evening", or the non-time specific "g'day". Contributor's comments: I grew up in Brisbane, and have never, heard 'Goodnight' as a greeting.
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Whats a rue in Australia?

ruenoun. leaves sometimes used for flavoring fruit or claret cup but should be used with great caution: can cause irritation like poison ivy. sorrow, regret, rue, ruefulnessnoun. sadness associated with some wrong done or some disappointment.
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What does get stuffed mean in Australia?

For example, the phrase "I'm stuffed" has at least three different meanings - "I'm tired," "I'm in trouble" or "I'm full". "It's simple things, like last week I had some great news for my students.
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What does fair dinkum mean in Australian?

Definition of fair dinkum

slang, Australia. : unquestionably good or genuine : excellent —often used as a general expression of approval these cigars are fair dinkum.
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How do Aussie talk?

Australians have an accent that is often confused with New Zealand's dulcet tones. However, for those in the know, they are as distinct as Canadian and American accents. Kiwis have a tendency to flatten their vowels, and Aussies have more of a nasally twang.
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Do Kiwis say g day?

(good day): Used interchangeably with hello and hi, but more characteristically Australian/New Zealand, and perhaps the most informal of these options. Also used in the constructions G'day, mate (a greeting to a friend or acquaintance) and G'day, stranger (ironically, to a friend not seen in some time).
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What is Aussie slang for a woman?

sheila – woman or female.
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What is happy G day birthday?

Happy G day is another phrase for Happy birthday. But when you say happy g day to someone it means your close with them. It could also be referred to happy ...
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How do I say Happy Birthday in slang?

New and Different Ways to Say “Happy Birthday”
  1. A million magic wishes to you!
  2. A remarkable year to come!
  3. All the best to you and the years to come.
  4. Blow the candle and make a wish.
  5. Haberday!
  6. Happy anni-birth-sary!
  7. Happy anniversary with life.
  8. Happy Beerday!
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What is G Day in USA?

G'Day USA is Australia's premier public, economic and cultural diplomacy program in the United States.
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