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AE 1323 - WILL - Spoken Contractions in Australian English
In today's episode... G'day, legends! Wanna nail those tricky "will" contractions like a true blue Aussie? In this ripper episode of Aussie English, I got ya covered. We're divin' deep into how to say "I'll," "you'll," "he'll," and all the rest, without soundin' like a drongo. We'll sus out the difference between the "dark L" and the "light L" – yeah, it's a thing! – and how to make "it'll" sound like it should, not like you've got a mouth full of…
AE 1322 - 11 Weird Australian Culture Shocks From an Argentinian's Perspective
In today's episode... G'day legends! Ever wondered what Aussies do that might seem a bit bonkers to the rest of the world? This week on Aussie English, we're having a laugh reacting to a video about 11 things the Living Simply in Australia from Argentina found totally weird about living Down Under. From separate dunnies (that's toilets, for all you non-Aussies!) and the mysterious Vegemite, to footy fanatics and those crazy school hats, we're diving…
AE 1321 - AM, ARE, IS - Spoken Contractions in Australian English
In today's episode... G'day, you mob! In this episode, we're diving deep into the nitty-gritty of Aussie pronunciation! I'll be sharing some insights from my private lessons and how I'm helping students like Eduardo nail those tricky Aussie sounds. ️ We'll be tackling contractions, connected speech, and all the little nuances that make Aussie English unique. If you're keen to sound more like a true-blue Aussie, or just want to understand…
AE 1318 - 16 Ways to Say YES in Aussie English
In today's episode... G'day, mates! Ever wondered how Aussies say "yes" in a million different ways? Well, chuck on ya headphones and get ready to learn a whole bunch of Aussie slang for sayin' "yep"! In this episode, Pete dives deep into the Aussie lexicon, givin' ya 16 ripper ways to say "yes" , from the classic "Yeah" to the beaut "Good on ya". Whether you're keen to impress ya mates at the barbie or just wanna sound like a true blue Aussie,…
AE 1317 - 5 Things to Never Do in Australia
In today's episode... G'day, mates! Ever wondered what NOT to do when visiting the land down under? This episode is chock-full of tips to keep you safe and avoid looking like a drongo! From dodging deadly rips at the beach to steering clear of cranky kangaroos (and even crankier magpies!), we've got you covered. We'll also spill the beans on Aussie coffee culture and why you should never diss a flat white! Plus, we'll give you the lowdown on our…
AE 1313 - Why Brits are Migrating to Australia in Record Numbers
In today's episode... Crikey! Everyone's packing their bags and heading Down Under, but is Australia really the land of sunshine and affordable living it's cracked up to be? In this episode, I'm diving headfirst into a video by Lottie Clarke, who reckons the Aussie cost of living ain't so bad compared to the UK. But hold your horses, mate! I reckon she might be in for a rude shock. We're tackling the good, the bad, and the ugly: mass…
AE 1310 - Learn English with a Short Story: Jake's Coffee Van
In today's episode... G'day, mate! Ever wondered what it's like to run a coffee van in a classic Aussie beach town ? Join Pete as he dives deep into a laid-back short story packed with Aussie slang, expressions, and vocabulary. This episode is a ripper for English learners who want to: Sound like a true blue Aussie: Learn common slang like "g'day," "fair dinkum," and "cuppa." Understand everyday Aussie conversations: Decipher expressions like "hit me…
AE 1309 - 28+ Aussie Slang Words Foreigners DON'T UNDERSTAND!
In today's episode... G'day, legends! Ever wondered how your Aussie slang stacks up? In this episode, I'm having a chinwag about a YouTube video on Aussie slang terms and phrases - and let me tell ya, it's a bloody ripper! We're diving deep into the good oil on everything from "bogans" and "barbies" to "budgie smugglers" and "bottle-os". Plus, I'll spill the beans on why we don't actually chuck shrimps on the barbie (sorry, Paul Hogan! ).…
AE 1307 - 9 DIRTY Australian Slang Words That CONFUSE Americans!
In today's episode... Get ready to laugh your arse off as Pete dives into the wild world of Aussie slang ! This episode tackles those dirty-ish words that leave Americans scratching their heads (or blushing crimson!). We're talking about the C-bomb, rooting for the home team, and why you should never ask for a rubber in front of a kid. Plus, find out why "fanny packs" are a hilarious no-go and what it really means to "crack on" to someone. Join…
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