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How to Speak Australian Part II

Posted on April 18, 2010 by margie

This installment of my impromptu online class discusses some of my favorite Aussieisms (that’s a Margaretism).  A few of these have found their way into my regular vocabulary so be sure to take notes.  My accent might not confuse you … Continue reading →

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How to Speak Australian

Posted on February 13, 2010 by margie

Despite the fact that I’ve already posted a lot about how the Australian terminology and accents differ from ours, and there are entire books and websites dedicated to the dictionary of Australian slang, I realized that there are a lot … Continue reading →

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Canadian?

Posted on November 17, 2009 by margie

Nine times out of ten, that’s how the question will be asked.  But every once in a while you meet a brave Australian who dares to ask “American?” thus risking the potential wrath of a proud Canook, a show of … Continue reading →

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