Why do Aussies say too easy?

Too easy means something along the lines of that is easy to do and no problem (also known as no wakkas!). Example: After ordering a coffee, the waiter tells you that it is “too easy”.
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What does the expression too easy mean?

Very simple or effortless, often to an unsatisfying or deceptive degree.
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What is the most Australian thing to say?

Australian slang: 33 phrases to help you talk like an Aussie
  • 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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Why do Aussies shorten everything?

Why Do Aussies Use So Many Abbreviations? Nenagh Kemp, a psychologist at the University of Tasmania, told Australian Geographic her theories behind why Australians use these shortened words so often. Her theory is that Australians use them as a way of coming across as more friendly and less pretentious.
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What words do Australians say a lot?

Ta, bogan, brekkie and more popular Australian slang terms you heard before
  • ta – thank you. ...
  • sheila – woman or female. ...
  • bloke – man or guy. ...
  • bogan – an uncultured or unsophisticated person. ...
  • brekkie – breakfast. ...
  • barbie – barbecue. ...
  • mate – friend. ...
  • crikey!
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What is Australian slang for girl?

5. Sheila = Girl. Yes, that is the Australian slang for girl.
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What do Australians call Mcdonalds?

Here in Australia, however, McDonald's most prevalent nickname is “Macca's”. A recent branding survey commissioned by McDonald's Australia found that 55 per cent of Australians refer to the company by its local slang name.
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What is Australian slang for mad?

If someone is angry, you could say they've 'gone crook'. Crook can also be used to describe a criminal. Cuppa: if someone asks for a cuppa, they want a cup of tea. Cut snake (Mad as a): this is an extremely Australian way to say that someone is very angry.
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Why do Australian Shepherds lick you so much?

When your dog licks you, he may be showing his affection, or simply because your lotion or skin tastes good. A compulsive licker may have unintentionally been taught this behavior by his owner: He learns that licking gets him attention, even if it's negative.
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What is Hello called in Australia?

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”.
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How do Australians say no?

While some Australian speakers would pronounce “no” as a diphthong, starting on “oh” as in dog and ending on “oo” as in put, others begin with an unstressed “a” (the sound at the end of the word “sofa”), then move to the “oh” and then “oo”.
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What is Australian Hello?

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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What does the army say too easy?

'Too Easy, Drill Sergeant! ' This one phrase could help build a more positive attitude when life gets a little tough.
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What does too easy mean in military?

Too easy!” )- Basically, i will take care of it.
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Is easy going a compliment?

Typically, when someone is described as “easy going,” it's a good thing. It means they are a relaxing presence, and that they aren't easily phased or stressed out.
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How do Australian Shepherds show affection?

Aside from cuddling, Aussies show affection by bringing you toys, nudging you with their noses, sitting on you, and showing their bellies to you. By putting himself in a vulnerable position, he's showing that he trusts you.
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Why do Australian Shepherds follow you everywhere?

If your dog follows you everywhere then it's a sign that they trust and love you and that you make them feel safe. Following you very closely can be a sign that they're bored, they want something, they're feeling scared or are just being nosy.
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Why is my Australian Shepherd so clingy?

Attention Seekers

Aussies can be very clingy. They crave human companionship and love being included in pretty much everything you do, including being involved in all family activity. Since they require an active lifestyle, they will want to join in everything and anything that is going on around them.
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What do Australians call drunk?

Munted (mun-ted) / Drunk

A colourful adjective used to describe a state of inebriation when someone has indulged in one too many frothies, also known as being pissed, legless, blind, or as full as the back of a plumber's ute.
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What do Australians call dogs?

The name "dingo" comes from the Dharug language used by the Indigenous Australians of the Sydney area.
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What is an Australian cocky?

cocky. A small-scale farmer; (in later use often applied to) a substantial landowner or to the rural interest generally. In Australia there are a number of cockies including cow cockies, cane cockies and wheat cockies. Cocky arose in the 1870s and is an abbreviation of cockatoo farmer.
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What do Aussies call soda?

In Australia and New Zealand, "soft drink" or "fizzy drink" is typically used. In South African English, "cool drink" is any soft drink. U.S. soft drinks 7-Up or Sprite are called "lemonade" in the UK.
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What do Aussies call flip flops?

The shoe known in Australia as a “thong” is one of the oldest styles of footwear in the world. Worn with small variations across Egypt, Rome, Greece, sub-Saharan Africa, India, China, Korea, Japan and some Latin American cultures, the shoe was designed to protect the sole while keeping the top of the foot cool.
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What do Australians call French fries?

Usage notes. Australian, British and New Zealand English uses "chips" for what North Americans call french fries. When confusion would occur between the two meanings, "hot chips" and "cold chips" are used.
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