Sound Like a TRUE BLUE Aussie with THESE Aussie Slang Words (part 2)
🇦🇺 Confused by Aussie Slang? Part 2 Is All About Fast, Real Pronunciation
Ever heard an Aussie say “G’day” and thought…
Wait… why does it sound nothing like “good day”? 😅
Here’s the thing: Aussie slang isn’t just vocabulary.
It’s pronunciation, reduced sounds, and rhythm.
And if you’re already living in Australia, studying here, or working here, this is exactly the stuff that helps you feel more confident in real conversations, not just in English class.
In Part 2 of this lesson series, I’m taking you through 10 more commonly used Aussie slang words and phrases, with a focus on how Australians actually say them in fast, everyday speech.
This Lesson Is for You If:
✅ You’ve heard words like “cuppa” or “servo” a hundred times, but you’re not sure how to say them naturally
✅ You keep saying “good day” and it feels a bit too formal (or you get funny looks)
✅ You’ve heard “she’ll be right” but it’s way too fast to catch
✅ You want to learn Australian English in a way that helps you fit in socially and communicate more confidently at work or uni
✅ You’re a migrant in Australia or an international student and you want practical Aussie pronunciation tips that actually work
In This Video Lesson, I’ll Walk You Through:
How to pronounce “G’day” properly (and why “good day” sounds unnatural to Aussie ears)
How Australians shorten and connect words like “cup of” → “cuppa”
How to handle tricky sounds like TH in “thongs” and the silent H in “whinge”
A classic Aussie phrase you’ll hear everywhere: “she’ll be right” (and how it becomes one fast chunk)
How to stop sounding too textbook when you use slang, without trying too hard
By the End, You’ll Sound More Confident Saying Things Like:
“G’day, how are you going?”
“Let’s grab a cuppa this weekend.”
“Do we need to stop at the servo?”
“No dramas, take your time.”
“She’ll be right.”
And more importantly, you’ll understand why Australians say them that way.
Key Takeaways:
“G’day” is not “good day”. Aussies smash it together and use a relaxed vowel sound.
“Cuppa” comes from “cup of”, and it’s a perfect example of Aussie connected speech.
“She’ll be right” is usually pronounced like one quick chunk, not three separate words.
Some sounds matter more than others (TH in “thongs”, silent H in “whinge”).
Stress and reduced vowels (like schwa) help you sound natural: “RIP-uh” (ripper), not “RIP-per”.
The 10 Words You’ll Learn (Part 2):
G’day
Cuppa
Servo
Thongs
Sickie
She’ll be right
Avo
Ripper
Whinge
No dramas
Want to Practise These on Your Own?
I’ve created a FREE downloadable mini slang guide that matches this video perfectly.
It includes all 20 words from Part 1 and Part 2, with pronunciation support so you can practise properly and actually remember what you learned.
👉 Grab the free slang guide here: [insert link]
👉 Grab the free slang guide here
❓ FAQs
1. Why does “G’day” sound so different from “good day”?
Because Australians reduce and connect sounds in everyday speech. “Good day” is two clear words. “G’day” is one connected greeting with a relaxed vowel. It also rhymes with “today”, which is a handy trick for practising.
2. What does “she’ll be right” actually mean?
It means “everything will be okay” or “it’ll work out”. Aussies use it constantly, and it’s not about gender. You can say it about a car, a plan, the weather, anything.
3. Is it okay to say slang at work in Australia?
Often yes, as long as you understand context. Words like “cuppa”, “no dramas”, and “she’ll be right” are common in friendly workplace chats. The key is knowing when it fits and when it doesn’t.
4. I’m fluent in English. Will this still help me?
Yep. Grammar and fluency aren’t the same as social clarity. If you want to understand Aussies faster and feel more confident speaking in everyday situations, pronunciation and rhythm make a huge difference.
Want to Go Deeper?
If you’re loving this lesson and ready to learn over 350 Aussie slang words, PLUS how to use them in real conversations, my self-paced online course, “The Aussie Slang Crash Course” is for you.
It’s a self-paced course packed with pronunciation tips, culture notes, and confidence-boosting examples that help you sound relaxed and real.
There’s no magic switch to sounding Aussie overnight, but there is a clear path forward.
✅ Start with the video
✅ Use the free guide
✅ Practise out loud
✅ And if you're ready to go further, the full course is waiting for you.
