Or a lounge? A: Ah, well, the main two players worldwide are “couch” and “sofa”. Sofa is more common in Britain, while couch is preferred in North America, Ireland, South Africa, New Zealand and Australia.
In Australia, the term "couch" is commonly used to refer to a long, upholstered seat designed for two or more people to sit on. However, some Australians may also use the term "sofa" or "lounge" interchangeably with "couch".
Is there a correct word between sofa, couch or settee? In modern day terms, sofa is the most popular word used to describe that big, comfy piece of furniture in your living room, but the words couch and settee do mean the same thing, and are certainly interchangeable today.
In Western architecture, a living room, also called a lounge room (Australian English), lounge (British English), sitting room (British English), or drawing room, is a room for relaxing and socializing in a residential house or apartment.
Contributor's comments: Otherwise known as a bedroom dresser, or dressing table: "Can you get my hairbrush - it's on the duchess?"
The word you are searching for is bum. The Australasian meaning of fanny is for some, however, being pushed into oblivion by the repetition of this innocuous American word in the theme song for the sitcom, The Nanny. The preferred Australasian term for fanny pack is bum bag.
Couch turf (pronounced 'cooch') is a popular warm-season grass variety in Australia, thanks to its high drought tolerance and soft underfoot. It's one of the toughest turf varieties, and it's used for playing surfaces in stadiums and golf courses.
In Australia, the term "cabin" is common, cottage usually referring to a smaller pre-modern period dwelling.
Australians call a countertop a “bench”.
Sofa - Settee/Couch.
The term 'couch' stems from the French word 'coucher,' meaning to lie down. The history of this furniture item is the same as the sofa. The terms are interchangeable. However, most in the interior design industry rarely use the term couch but opt for a sofa instead.
Language 101: The term "couch" comes from the French word "coucher," which means "to lie down." This definition does coincide with the way the term is usually used, which is a tad more casual than "sofa."
In Australia and New Zealand, people usually call their living rooms "lounges" or "lounge rooms." Usually lounge or living room, and both may be seen on architectural plans.
Papua New Guinea (to the north) and New Zealand (to the east) are Australia's closest neighbours. There are also many other countries including East Timor, Indonesia, New Caledonia, Vanuatu, Malaysia, the Philippines and the Solomon Islands who are close neighbours too.
Grog is a general term for beer and spirits (but not wine). Australians enjoy having a few beers or a bevvie (short for beverage), a frostie, a coldie or a couple of cold ones. Beer is also known as liquid amber, amber nectar or liquid gold.
It's "good evening", or the non-time specific "g'day". Contributor's comments: I grew up in Brisbane, and have never, heard 'Goodnight' as a greeting.
The shoe known in Australia as a "thong" is one of the oldest styles of footwear in the world.
Here in Australia, however, McDonald's most prevalent nickname is “Macca's”.
Brekky: the first and most important meal of the day, Aussies call breakfast 'brekky'.
"Knickers" can also refer to male underwear, while the word panties generally refers only to female underwear. In Australia, male underpants are often referred to as "undies", although the word can also refer to panties.
Originally called a continental quilt, duvets are commonly referred to in Australia by the generic trademark doona.
defecate: He went into the bushes to have a shag.