Thursday, January 26, 2012

New Zealand Slang

Thought we'd share some of the local lingo with everyone...

Flat - Apartment
Mate - Friend
Jersey - Sweater
Jandals - Flip Flops
Togs - Bathing Suit
Gumboot - Rubber Boots
Ute - Truck
Boot - Car Trunk
Petrol - Gas/Fuel
Tea - Dinner
Lollies - Candy
Chips - French Fries
American HotDog - Corn Dog
Barbie - Grill
Chilly Bin - Cooler
Judder Bars - Speed Bump
Piss - Alcohol
Bubbly - Champagne
Partner - Girlfriend/Boyfriend

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