Solving Daunting 90's Australian Catchphrases


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https://www.abc.net.au/education/learn-english/australian-slang-from-the-past/10333880
https://ielts.idp.com/prepare/article-australian-slang-words-phrases
https://www.reddit.com/r/australia/comments/py8b5a/what_are_some_good_classic_australian_idioms/
https://insiderguides.com.au/australian-phrases-you-need-to-know/

Can you crack the code of these iconic 90's Australian catchphrases? Put your memory to the test and see how many you can solve out of 10!

Can you crack the code of these iconic 90's Australian catchphrases? Put your memory to the test and see how many you can solve out of 10!

1. What does 'Fair Dinkum' mean in Australian slang?

Honestly? Or, Yes honestly!
Cold Beer
Good Job
Kiss

2. If someone is wearing 'Flannie', what are they wearing?

A flannelette shirt
Sneakers
A hat
Sunglasses

3. In Australian slang, 'Footy' refers to which sport?

AFL / Aussie Rules
Soccer
Basketball
Rugby

4. What is an 'Esky' in Australia?

An insulated container that keeps things cold
A type of hat
A type of car
An alcoholic drink

5. What does 'G'day' mean?

Hello
Goodbye
Thank you
Congratulations

6. What is a 'Galah' in Australian slang?

A stupid person
A type of bird
A dance move
A drink

7. If someone invites you for a 'Piss Up', what are they suggesting?

A party
A workout
A shopping trip
A road trip

8. What is 'Maccas' in Australian slang?

McDonald's
A type of coffee
A common name
A pair of shoes

9. If you're 'Flat out', how are you feeling?

Really busy
Very tired
Extremely happy
Annoyed

10. What does the term 'Heaps' mean in Australian slang?

Loads, lots, many
A little
Very fast
Very slow