Welcome back to another ripper episode of Aussie English! Our expression for the week is “warts and all“.

First off, hope you’re doing dandy. I’ve been on the mend after a bit of a rough patch – a little under the weather, but bouncing back like a boomerang! Meanwhile, the missus is flat out at work, reckon she’s a bit envious of my “chillin’ at home” routine.

Bit of a yarn about the COVID situation, though. Seems like it’s doing the rounds again, so stay sharp, folks! Keep those jabs up to date and stay safe as a roo in its pouch.

Today, we’re diving into the quirks of Aussie English with a little chat about the word “though.” It’s a ripper of a word, and I’ll break it down so it’s as clear as crystal. Speaking of crystal clear, ever heard a wart joke? Trust me, I’ve got one that’ll make you chuckle, involving a wart that’s grown on someone. Classic Aussie humor, right?

Now, onto our phrase of the day – “warts and all.” It’s not about actual warts, mate! It’s all about accepting the good and the not-so-flashy bits of things. From buying a dodgy car to relationships and house hunting, it’s warts and all in Aussie lingo!

But before we wrap up, let’s have a crack at the pronunciation exercise, especially tackling “warts and all.” Give it a burl, and soon you’ll be speaking like a fair dinkum Aussie!

Lastly, for a bit of ear practice, I’ve got a snippet from the TV show “Alone” – a fair dinkum Aussie experience in the Tasmanian wilderness. Listen up and jot down what you catch. It’s a ripper exercise!

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