They speak English here in New Zealand but there are still many difference between US English and NZ English. We use different words for things then the Kiwis (what native New Zealanders are called) do. Here are a few New Zealand words translated into American English for you.
New Zealand Word United States Word
Biscuit = CookieScone = Biscuit
Chips = French Fries
Mince = Ground Beef
Boot = Trunk of your car
Bonnet = Hood of your car
Tomato Sauce = Ketchup
A cuppa = a cup of tea
Ring = to call someone on the phone
Rubbish = Trash
Chilly Bin = Cooler
Serviette = Napkin
Lollie = piece of hard candy
Jersey = Sweater
Give Way = Yield
Buggered = Messed up
Munted = Destroyed or completely wrecked
It is Friday here and we are going away from the university for a free weekend. I will have more to tell when we get back on Sunday.
1 comment:
Hi Aidan,
We LOVE reading your blog. The writing and pictures are enjoyable and informative. We're excited and ready for our NZ trip. We leave Wed. US time. We hope to see you all in Christchurch on Wed. Jan. 29th in the pm or on Thurs. Jan. 30th. I called Daddy yesterday (Sat. in US). He is very lonely. Love Nana and Michael
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