Category
Expressions
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AE 1413 - Expression: Kill Two Birds With One Stone
In today's episode... Ever feel like your to-do list is longer than a summer’s day in the Outback? We’ve all been there—trying to juggle the groceries, the dog walk, and your English study all at once. Well, today’s episode is perfect for you because we’re diving into a ripper of an expression: "To kill two birds with one stone." In this one, I’ll break down exactly how to use this idiom to sound like a natural, whether you're talking about errands or…
AE 1408 - Expression: Keep Your Chin Up
In today's episode... G’day, you mob! Ever had one of those "shocker" days where you wake up late, spill your coffee, and then watch the bus pull away just as you reach the stop? We’ve all been there, feeling a bit flat and wondering if the day is just a total write-off . In today’s episode, we’re diving into a classic expression that’ll help you (and your mates) through those tough moments: "To keep your chin up." I’ll be walking you through exactly…
AE 1406 - Expression: Take The Mickey
In today's episode... G’day you mob! Ever had a mate stir you up so much you didn't know whether to laugh or cry? Whether it’s a new haircut or a bit of a coffee spill, Aussies just love to have a laugh—usually at your expense! In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into one of the most iconic expressions in the Australian language: To take the Mickey. We’ll chat about where this weird phrase actually comes from (hint: it involves some cheeky rhyming…
AE 1405 - Expression: Blind Freddy Could See That
In today's episode... G’day you mob! Ever had one of those moments where someone tells you something so incredibly obvious you just want to say, "No duh, mate!"? Well, in Australia, we don't say "no duh"—we bring up a legendary character named Freddy. In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into the classic Aussie expression "Blind Freddy could see that." We’ll break down exactly when to use it (and when it’s just a bit of banter), chat about my favorite…
AE 1404 - Expression: On Thin Ice
In today's episode... G’day, you mob! Ever done something and immediately thought, "Ooh, I’ve pushed my luck here" ? You know that feeling—the room goes quiet, your boss raises an eyebrow, and you realize you’re just one wrong move away from a total disaster. In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into the expression "on thin ice." I’ll walk you through exactly what it means, how to use it at work or with your mates, and why my Dad used to say it to me…
AE 1403 - Expression: Not Give a Rat's Arse
In today's episode... G’day you legend! In this episode, Pete dives into one of the cheekiest bits of Aussie slang you’ll hear out in the wild: “to not give a rat’s arse.” You’ll learn exactly what it means, where it came from, and how Aussies actually use it when they’re totally over drama, footy disasters, celebrity gossip, or endless online arguments. Pete breaks the expression down word by word, shows you how it fits into a family of “I don’t care”…
AE 1402 - Expression: Let Sleeping Dogs Lie
In today's episode... G’day, you mob! In this episode of the Aussie English Podcast, Pete dives into the classic expression “to let sleeping dogs lie” and shows you exactly how and when to use it in real life. You’ll learn what this idiom means, where it comes from, and how it’s used to avoid dragging up old drama that’s better left in the past. Pete walks you through the vocab step by step, gives you heaps of relatable examples (from family barneys to…
AE 1401 - Expression: Go Down In Flames
In today's episode... Ever had a day where your plans don’t just fail, they absolutely explode in front of you? In this episode of Aussie English, Pete dives into the fiery idiom “to go down in flames” and shows you how to use it when things go spectacularly wrong in English. You’ll hear where this expression comes from, how it’s linked to early aviation and wartime history. Pete walks you through real-life examples, so you’ll know exactly when and how…
AE 1400 - Expression: What Goes Around Comes Around
In today's episode... Ever noticed how the universe has a wicked sense of humour? Someone nicks your park and then cops a giant bird poo on their windscreen… what goes around comes around, right? In this episode of Aussie English, Pete dives into this classic expression and shows you how to use it naturally like a true-blue Aussie. You’ll hear real-life stories about dodgy mates, workplace karma, random acts of kindness and even a parking-spot thief…
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