New Zealand Everyday Slang Words and Phrases, Colloquialisms
Today's post by DANNY : DE HEK is "New Zealand Everyday Slang Words and Phrases, Colloquialisms" Slang has developed over time from such a diverse mixture of backgrounds that it is sometimes difficult to establish exactly what phrases and slang words. New Zealand slang has developed over time from such a diverse mixture of backgrounds that it is sometimes difficult to establish exactly what phrases and slang words are originally from New Zealand! However be assured that all of the listed words and phrases are used with regularity throughout New Zealand which will hopefully give you a better understanding of what your Kiwi mates are really trying to tell ya! Ads - tv commercials, advertisements Anklebiter - toddler, small child Aotearoa - Maori name for New Zealand meaning land of the long white cloud Arvo - afternoon Bach - is a term that New Zealander's use for a holiday home in the North Island Banger - sausage, as in bangers and mash Barbie - barbecue Big sm...