🇦🇺 Trending slang in Australia

To be honest.

A blank or silent look associated in memes with younger workers during awkward interactions.

Quietly, secretly or to a moderate degree.

A swimming costume, common in parts of southern and western Australia.

An informal way to address a male friend, or anyone in casual internet speech.

Food native to or traditionally sourced from the Australian bush.

Bring your own, often referring to alcohol at a restaurant or event.

A carpenter or joiner.

A crocodile.

For your information.

A rubbish or garbage collector.

Good game, used after a match or round.

In real life, outside the internet or a game.

A journalist.

A cheeky, irreverent person who challenges authority but is often viewed affectionately.

Allow someone to continue because their idea or performance may turn out well.

Backstory, history or personal information that explains a person, event or fictional world.

Badly damaged, intoxicated or in a terrible condition.

Not safe for work; content that may be sexual, graphic or inappropriate in public settings.

Extremely tired or deeply disappointed, depending on context.

A romantic or sexual connection that lacks a clear relationship label or commitment.

A quick look.

A sudden feeling of dislike or loss of attraction toward someone.

Too long; did not read, or a short summary of a longer text.