Kiwis use a mix of American English, British English and New Zealand English vocabulary. Not sure which words to learn for life in New Zealand? Watch this video to find out!

Are you completely stuck on which words to use in New Zealand? Do Kiwis say ‘fall’ (like in American English), or ‘autumn’ (like in British English)? ‘Cab’ or ‘taxi’? ‘Caravan’ or ‘trailer’? Learn the answers to all your questions here, plus get your copy of my FREE pdf – A guide to American and British Vocabulary in New Zealand. Click here to get yours

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Timestamps 

00:00 Introduction
00:59 World Standard English vs. New Zealand English (Varieties of English)
02:45 Dairy
05:09 Bench
06:54 (My) shout
09:06 (The) bush
10:41 Crook
12:40 Recap

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• • Vocabulary & Slang in NZ (for ESL learners!)

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