Give’r. Perhaps one of the most colloquial of Canadian slang words, it means trying very hard in a noble or impressive feat. Example: “I’ve never snowboarded off a jump before, but I’m just gonna give’r!”
What is a slang term for a Canadian?
Canuck /kəˈnʌk/ is a slang term for a Canadian. The origins of the word are uncertain. The term Kanuck is first recorded in 1835 as an Americanism, originally referring to Dutch Canadians (which included German Canadians) or French Canadians.
What are some Canadian sayings?
It’s similar to the phrases “huh,” “right?” and “what?” commonly used in the USA.
- “We’re gonna go tobogganing today, eh?”
- “The Beer Store and the LCBO [Liquor Control Board of Ontario] were closed today.”
- “Eh?!”
- “All I’ve got is a loonie.
- “Yo, I’m short a toonie for the TTC.”
What is a 26 Canadian slang?
quart: a large bottle of beer, also used in Atlantic Canada to refer to a 26er.
What are some Toronto slang words?
Here are some of our favourites.
- “6ix” We have to thank rapper Drake for this one.
- “Tdot” This is another nickname for the city that you might hear rolling off the tongue of the slightly older (+30) Toronto locals.
- “Trana”
- “Nahhh”
- Toque.
- Stag/Stagette.
- Klicks.
- Loonie and Toonie.
How do Canadians say sorry?
In other words, where many US speakers will pronounce “sorry” like “sari”, (i.e. in the lot Lexical Set), Canadians make the first syllable like “sore.” In fact, when Canadian actors learn that US speakers say “sorry/sari” in the same manner, they often remark “where’s the pain in that?” For us, “sorry,” the word many
What do Canadians call the bathroom?
Washroom
Washroom: a polite word for bathroom. The Canadian version of “restroom.”
How do Canadians say hi?
How do Canadians say hello? Most Canadians will simply say “hello,” with French Canadians sticking to the usual greeting of “Bonjour”. How do you greet someone in Canada? In Canada, the customary way to greet someone is by shaking their hand.
What is the most Canadian word?
Here are a few of the staple Canadian slang words used daily.
- Eh. This is our most popular Canadian saying that we receive the most flack about from the rest of the world.
- Loonie.
- Tuque.
- Washroom.
- Double Double.
- Two-Four.
- Molson Muscle.
- Hydro.
How do Canadians say Z?
Both “zed” and “zee” are acceptable pronunciations for the letter Z in Canada, though “zed” is much more common. Be warned, however, that some people feel very strongly that it is a betrayal of Canadian nationality to say “zee” and you may incur their wrath if you do so.
What do Canadians call cigarettes?
dart
A dart is a Canadian slang term for a cigarette.
If someone asks for a dart, you’ll now know what they really mean.
What do Canadians call a sofa?
Chesterfield. A sofa or couch.
How do Canadians say goodbye?
Au revoir
Have a good day! – Bonne journée! Good-bye – Au revoir… which actually means ‘see you again’.
Why do Canadians say eh?
Using “eh” to end the statement of an opinion or an explanation is a way for the speaker to express solidarity with the listener. It’s not exactly asking for reassurance or confirmation, but it’s not far off: the speaker is basically saying, hey, we’re on the same page here, we agree on this.
Do Canadians say mate?
Mate is used in American (U.S. and Canadian) English, but it is not used as slang for friend.
Why is Toronto called 6ix?
The reason Toronto is called “The 6” / “6” / “6ix” is because of the six municipalities making up Metro Toronto before they were all joined in 1998. Further, the name (annoying as it may be) is also derived from the main area code in Toronto, 416.
How is GREY spelled in Canada?
Canadians prefer the spelling grey, although gray is also correct. Grey is the preferred spelling in Britain, while gray is favoured in the United States. A tolerant and forgiving person, my aunt never saw the world in black and white, but always in shades of grey.
Do Canadians kiss as a greeting?
Canadians may laugh lightly over handshakes to diffuse the formality. French Canadians may also greet each other by lightly kissing both cheeks once, starting on the left. Physical greetings depend on one’s sense of of another person’s comfort level.
Do Canadians say eh?
(See also Canadian English.) The interjection eh — as in “I know, eh?” — is popularly considered to be a marker of Canadian speech. Canadians use eh more frequently than in any other country, and also have the most varied usage of the interjection.
What do Canadians call bacon?
back bacon
Canadian bacon, also called back bacon or rashers, comes from the pork loin of a pig.
What do Canadians call napkins?
“Serviette,” means napkin; “serviette en papier,” is a paper napkin.