Australia
Chockers
Full or crowded.
Example: The train was chockers this morning; I could barely squeeze in.
Legless
Extremely drunk.
Example: He got absolutely legless after too many pints at the pub.
Thirsty
Desperate for attention or validation.
Example: She kept posting selfies every hour; it felt a bit thirsty.
Different Strokes for Different Folks
People have different preferences, tastes, or opinions.
Example: Some people love hiking, while others prefer lounging at home—different strokes for different folks.
To each their own
Each to their own
Let the cat out of the bag
Reveal a secret by accident.
Example: He let the cat out of the bag about the surprise party during lunch.
Stoked
Excited or thrilled.
Example: I’m so stoked about our trip to the beach this weekend!
Snog
To kiss passionately.
Example: They were snogging in the corner at the party.
Jacked
Very muscular or strong.
Example: He’s been hitting the gym a lot lately and looks totally jacked.
Don't put all your eggs in one basket
Don’t risk everything on one idea or plan.
Example: You should apply to several universities; don’t put all your eggs in one basket.
Piece of Cake
Very easy or simple.
Example: The math test was a piece of cake; I finished it in 10 minutes.
Grog
Alcoholic drink.
Example: Let’s grab some grog and relax by the fire.
Gaff
House or home.
Example: We’re having a party at my gaff this weekend.
Shady
Suspicious or untrustworthy.
Example: That guy seemed shady, so I decided not to buy the tickets from him.
Pull someone's leg
To joke or tease someone.
Example: Don’t worry, I’m just pulling your leg about the promotion.
Hit the nail on the head
Describe something perfectly or get something exactly right.
Example: You hit the nail on the head when you said we need better teamwork.
Cark it
To die or stop working.
Example: My old car finally carked it on the way to work.
Scrummy
Delicious or tasty.
Example: That chocolate cake was absolutely scrummy!
Bail
To leave suddenly or abandon something.
Example: We planned to meet, but he bailed at the last minute.
In the same boat
In the same bad situation as others.
Example: We’re all in the same boat with these budget cuts.
Not my cup of tea
Not something I like or enjoy.
Example: Horror movies are not my cup of tea; I prefer comedies.
Shout
To pay for someone’s drink or meal.
Example: It’s my shout tonight, so grab whatever you want!
Nicked
Stolen or taken.
Example: Someone nicked my wallet while I was on the train.
Clutch
Extremely useful or successful in a critical moment.
Example: Her advice was clutch during the job interview; it made all the difference.
Throw in the Towel
To give up or admit defeat.
Example: After years of trying to fix it, they finally threw in the towel.
Jump the Gun
Act too early or before the right time.
Example: She jumped the gun and submitted her project before reading the final instructions.