What do Australians call thongs?

The undergarment is usually called a g-string (or colloquially, bum floss) in Australia, however, due to U.S. influences in Australia the word thong is now also used.

What is a thong Australia?

In the USA a thong is a piece of underwear. In Australia, it's what they call flip-flops. Sometimes they also call them "double-pluggers".

Do Aussies wear thongs?

Everyone in Australia is called mate, even when you don't like someone. And, weirdest of all, Australians wear thongs on their feet! You might know them as flip-flops.

What do you call flip-flops in Australia?

They are called thongs (sometimes pluggers) in Australia, jandals (originally a trademarked name derived from "Japanese sandals") in New Zealand, slops or “plakkies” in South Africa and Zimbabwe, and tsinelas in the Philippines (or, in some Visayan localities, "smagol", from the word smuggled).

Why do Aussies say thongs?

Rather than a form of fashion whimsy, Australians take their thongs seriously. Even the naming of them — after the structural make-up of the shoe's fastening rather than the onomatopoeic "flip flop" used by other countries — flies in the face of the Australian preference for shortened diminutives and nicknames.

Aussie Slang: What are "Thongs"?

Why do Kiwis call thongs jandals?

"That's why they are called jandals – it's short for Japanese Sandals." Mrs Harre says Anthony, who lives overseas, sold the business some years ago and the story is part of her family history.

What are pluggers in Australia?

a pair of thongs (footwear) with only one plug under the foot to hold the footwear together: you just blew the back out of my pluggers.

Is it legal to drive in thongs in NSW?

In NSW, it is not against the law to drive in thongs, however, drivers need to have proper control of the vehicle regardless of what shoes they're wearing, according to the NRMA.

What is the most Australian word?

What does I'm cactus mean?

defeated. Hence, CACTUS, in Australian slang, means: beaten, finished, ruined, kaput etc. e.g. Jim threw just two punches, and Jack was cactus.

What is the G for in G String?

The origin is uncertain. The earliest citation is as American English "gee string" (1878 )for a loincloth,or breechcloth, but probably once just the *string* holding up the cloth, as worn by AmerInds, rather than the whole 'garment' (which I suppose the modern version is, in the briefest possible way).

What is a rubber in Australia?

Every Australian knows a rubber is a small stationery item used to correct pencil mistakes, and is more formally known as an eraser.

What do Aussies call their girlfriends?

Missus. A person's wife or girlfriend.

What is the C word in Australia?

In Australia, "cunt" (pronounced "cunt", as in "bunt") has many connotations – most of which are actually positive. For example: If a friend of mine were to be exceptional at motorsports or a nice person in genera,l he would henceforth be referred to as a "sick-cunt".

What is Crikey slang for?

crikey. / (ˈkraɪkɪ) / interjection. slang an expression of surprise.

Is it illegal to wear thongs on a motorcycle?

No, it's not illegal to drive in thongs in NSW. However, you must be in proper control of your vehicle, which is why driving barefoot might be a better option. You could be fined if using inappropriate footwear leads to an accident.

Can I drive barefoot in Australia?

The short answer is no, it's not illegal to drive barefoot in Australia. However, there are other reasons not to drive barefoot. You simply don't get as much contact with the pedals as you do with well fitted shoes, and there's a risk you won't stop as quickly.

Is it illegal to wear thongs?

You can generally tell if thongs are legal by examining the state's public indecency or indecent exposure law. If it refers only to the genital being exposed, then thongs are definitely legal from a state perspective (some cities, towns, etc., may have ordinances that outlaw them).

What is a ripper in Australian slang?

ripper (not comparable) (Britain, Australia, slang) Very good; excellent; fantastic.

What does spunk mean in Australia?

spunk. A sexually attractive person. Australians also use the meanings for this term that exist in standard English: 1 courage and determination. 2 semen. But in Australia spunk is most commonly used to refer to a person of either sex who is regarded as sexually attractive.

What is a Plugga?

(informal) to study, to attend school.

Why do Kiwis say Chur?

Chur. The meaning of chur is essentially thank you. You can use this classic Kiwi slang to show gratitude or appreciation. As explained above, it can also mean "sweet as" or "that's awesome".

What is a thong called in New Zealand?

'Gumboots' And 'Jandals'

A Jandal is your equivalent of a flip-flop or thong (ask the Aussie's for their answer on thongs!).

Why do Australians call English whinging 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.

Do Aussies say shag?

Editor's comments: Believe it or not, but "shag" in its sexual meaning dates way back to the 1700s! It is venerable slang, and still widely used in British slang, US slang, and Australian and NZ slang.