Some common Australian terms and thier North American translations:
stroller = pram
to phone = to ring
rent = hire
diaper = nappy
elevator = lift
french fries = chips
take out = take away
power bar = power board
liquor store/beer store = bottle shop
consignment store = Op
Shop garbage = rubish
cookie = biscuit
2 comments:
are these also the same in Australia (thinking of South Africa):
washroom = toilet
laundry room = washroom
trunk = boot
Now you know why my accent is going, it's just easier to start talking like everyone else to avoid the frustration of everyone not understanding you!
Joanna
PS Have you been watching any cricket lately?
Hey Joanna,
You are right about the boot. Not sure about washroom and laundry rooms though. Guess I haven't been paying attention to those rooms.
Jeff.
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