Can you imagine a world where all the cultures had the same reactions and tendencies? It just wouldn't be a fun place to be, right?
Australia's culture is one where the people have a ton of unique habits and sayings. For instance, did your culture eat Devon and tomato sauce in primary school? If you don't know what that is, learn about that and more ahead. Let's take a closer look at the traits that make Australia unique. Keep reading to learn more.
Saying "Woop Woop"
"Woop woop" isn't a phrase you'd hear in America except as a celebration cry in rare moments. In Australia, they say "woop woop" to indicate a drive will take more than 45-minutes.
Saying "Good Size" after someone says "Not Bad"
"Good size" is a phrase you might hear in certain circumstances. You'll hear it in Australia as something like an added compliment. For example, after someone says a burger is "not bad," a response from another who has had the burger can say "good size."
Telling your mate, "Yeah, Good Chat"
There's one specific reason why someone would use this phrase, and it's a pretty sarcastic reason. When you use "yeah good chat," you're saying it after someone ignores what you said.
Wearing Dunlop Volleys
In your early teens, Dunlop Volleys were the popular shoes. This boy in the picture has them on, and you might say these sneakers are a staple in many lives in their younger years.
Empty Bottles Of Alcohol
Okay, this might be something more of a universal thing, but the Aussie culture can stake a claim to it. Using empty alcoholic bottles as decorative pieces isn't that exclusive, but not everyone does it.
Having Something To Say About Milk
If it isn't dairy, then you can bet there will be comments about the alternative styles. Honestly, who did figure out that you could get milk from an almond and drink it?
Loving Shapes
Australia loves its Shapes. Something common is shaking the leftover flavoring of a Shapes packet into your mouth. Let's be honest, the seasoning is always the best part of a Dorito, too.
Stolen Glasses
This one might be one more thing that's more universal, but I digress. Aussie culture (and American culture) will have you taking the glasses you like the most from the local pubs.
Saying "Spotto" When You See...
What would you be likely to say "spotto" in response to seeing? Well, in Aussie culture, they'll say that word when they see a yellow car. That's a cool thing to say.
The Phrase "Absolute Tune"
"This is my jam," "turn this up," and "wow, I love this song," are a few ways to signify your adoration for a track. The Australian way is to say it's an "absolute tune."
Asking For No Ice
Fast-food drinks are always a bit tastier than when you drink the same beverage at home. Since that's the case, asking for no ice gets you more bang for your buck.
"Mum And Bub Are Doing Well"
"Mum and bub" is a common way to refer to a mother and her infant child. So, after a childbirth, you might hear someone say "I hope mum and bub are doing well."
Leaving The TV On
Is there anyone else who likes to leave their TV on when they head out so the pets don't feel as lonely? That's a common practice in Aussie culture, but one that others do as well.
Pretending With Your Grandparents
Pretending with your grandparents is never easy, but it must happen. Whenever they give you money, you had to pretend that you didn't want it. Even in your adult years, you'd want to practice this.
Using Bribery In School
If you wanted to get your friend to do something while at school, you had to use a little bribery. Telling someone you'd buy them something if they went to the canteen with you was the go-to move.
"Good On Ya, Mate"
Using "thank you" isn't always a must. Instead of using that played-out phrase, those down under replace it with it "good on ya, mate." Honestly, that sounds a little more sincere than a thank-you.
Feeling Like A Grocery Traitor
If you've ever felt like a traitor for walking into Whole Foods with your Trader Joe's bag, then you know how the Australians feel. They have two stores over there; one called Coles, and the other Woolworths. People don't like going into Woolworths with their Coles bag.
Saying "At Band Camp"
Whenever a friend starts a story with "this one time," Aussies follow it with the phrase, "at band camp." It's the most appropriate way to follow up that conversation starter. Yeah, they're still doing this 20-plus years after American Pie made the phrase popular.
Ending Nearly Every Sentence With...
This is probably the one everyone knows the most. The universally known cultural attribute about Australia is that they end nearly every sentence with "mate." If you had to ask someone what they knew about Australia, there's a good chance they'd only know this.
Aussies Don't Get "Drunk"
Why tell everyone you're drunk when you can use a better word? For example, Aussies like to replace drunk with the word "maggot" for some reason. Sounds like when Americans say "smashed."
"Fancy Seeing You Here"
Sarcasm is a language many understand and love speaking. In Australian culture, they like to use "fancy seeing you here" even when they already knew the person was going to be there.
Using Your BT Speaker As A Backup
Sometimes, our cars don't always run how we want. Maybe the lights go out or even the speakers. When the latter happens, using your Bluetooth speaker is the normal alternative in Australia.
The Darn McDonald's Ice Soft Serve
The soft serve at McDonald's doesn't seem to work properly anywhere. It's not just an American thing: Australians also make a national pastime out of complaining about the broken ice cream machine. It's a real pain in the behind.
"Doing My [Expletive] Head In"
It doesn't matter how minor or extreme the inconvenience is, you can bet you'll hear the phrase "doing my [expletive] in." Even in minor cases, an Aussie might utter this phrase.