“That’s why they are called jandals – it’s short for Japanese Sandals.” Mrs Harre says Anthony, who lives overseas, sold the business some years ago and the story is part of her family history.
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Why do Kiwis say jandals?
Jandals: Flip flops/thongs. A bit like going barefoot, which Kiwis love!
Why do New Zealanders call sandals jandals?
Mary Deken claims her father came up with the name jandal which is short for ‘Japanese sandal’. The etymology states that the word is a blend of Japanese and sandal and that Morris Yock trademarked the jandal. Morris was inspired by the footwear he had come across while he was in Japan.
What is a thong called in New Zealand?
“The Australians call them ‘thongs’, a word which in New Zealand refers to an item of ladies’ underwear,” said Mr Cryer. In Newzild, he explained, flip-flops are known as “jandals”.
What New Zealanders call flip-flops?
Kiwi slang you need to know
- Jandals. A summer essential and the Kiwi version of thongs (flip flops if you’re American or English)
- Togs. Your swimming costume or bathers.
- Chur. You’ll hear this one a lot in New Zealand and often followed by the word “Bro”.
- Chilly bin.
- Cuzzy Bro.
- Sweet as.
- Saussie.
- Eh?
What do Kiwis call a cigarette?
Durrie: Cigarette. “Hey bro, lend us a durrie!”
Why do Kiwis say Chur?
Chur. The meaning of chur is essentially thank you. You can use this classic Kiwi slang to show gratitude or appreciation. As explained above, it can also mean “sweet as” or “that’s awesome”.
Why do Australians call English whinging Poms?
“Whinging poms” is just part of the vernacular. The most common explanation is that it’s a reference to Australia’s past as a convict colony. “Pom” is supposedly a bastardised acronym, meaning “prisoner of Mother England” or “prisoner of Her Majesty”.
What do Kiwis call swimsuits?
Togs
‘Togs‘ translates to ‘swimsuit’ or ‘bathing suit’ or ‘bikini’ or ‘swimming shorts/trunks’. It is a blanket term used for any swimming costume and is unisex.
What do Australians call thongs?
flip-flops
In the USA a thong is a piece of underwear. In Australia, it’s what they call flip-flops. Sometimes they also call them “double-pluggers”.
What is a numpty in New Zealand?
MEANING: noun: A fool.
Where did the term Jandal come from?
Inspired by footwear he had seen in Japan, businessman Morris Yock and his son Anthony began manufacturing this simple rubber footwear in their garage in 1957. The name ‘jandal’ combined the words ‘Japanese’ and ‘sandal’.
What do NZ call sandals?
Jandals
9. Jandals. New Zealanders derived the term jandals from the name “Japanese sandals.” North Americans call them “flip flops,” Australians call them “thongs” and South Australians call them “plakkies.”
How do you say hello in NZ slang?
Kia Ora – A friendly and traditional Maori greeting for Hello and Thank you. Not really slang, but used all the time. 4. Aye / Eh – Aye is probably one of the most frequently used words in the Kiwi dictionary.
What are jandals in NZ?
Jandals are the Kiwi name for what you call slippahs, flip flops or thongs. They are standard footwear in New Zealand during summer.
What is the British slang for girl?
14. Bird. A word used to describe a woman.
How do you say bye in Kiwi?
Kia ora – hello, goodbye, thank you.
What do Kiwis call gumboots?
Jandals
‘Gumboots’ And ‘Jandals’
Both are colloquial, loveable Kiwi icons. The Gumboot is not some type of gummy candy, it’s simply your wellies or Wellington Boots to use the proper term. A Jandal is your equivalent of a flip-flop or thong (ask the Aussie’s for their answer on thongs!).
What do Kiwis call Bogans?
Although the term “bogan” is understood across Australia and New Zealand, certain regions have their own slang terms for the same group of people. These terms include: “Bevan” or “Bev” in Queensland. “Booner” in Canberra.
Is Bloody a swear word in New Zealand?
32. Bloody – “That was a bloody great night out, wasn’t it?” This word is stereotypically British, so you might be surprised to learn that is a very common New Zealand phrase, too. Bloody is put into any old sentence.
What do Australians call Britain?
Pommy
Pommy or Pom
The terms Pommy, Pommie and Pom, in Australia, South Africa and New Zealand usually denotes a British person.