Aussie slang: why we shorten words?

Aussie slang: why we shorten words?

Aussie slang: why we shorten words? Source: Pixabay

Aussies use more clipped words than any other English speakers. Learn about why we shorten words from the Australia Explained podcast.


Aussies have a unique style. We wear boardies, eat bickies, drink coldies and have barbies. 

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