YEARS: 9–10
Australian English has evolved to adopt terms from Aboriginal languages, some of which are widely used.
'Yakka' and 'bung' are two examples. Can you think of some more?
Aboriginal communities have likewise adopted English terms, like 'deadly' but with different meanings, creating 'Aboriginal English'.
Can you think of some more Aboriginal English words and find out how they are used?
Date of broadcast: 3 Sep 2016
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