Bogan (/ˈboʊɡən/ BOHG-ən) is Australian and New Zealand slang for a person whose speech, clothing, attitude and behaviour are considered unrefined or unsophisticated.
First appeared in Australia in the 1980s. Possibly in reference to supposedly unsophisticated people from remote outback places such as the Bogan River or Bogan Gate (cf. dubbo from Dubbo).
4. bogan – an uncultured or unsophisticated person. A “bogan” is an uncouth or unrefined person regarded as being of low social status. The term is usually pejorative, but it can also be regarded as a joke between friends.
A Bogan is described is described by the dictionary of google as 'an uncouth or unsophisticated person regarded as being of low social status'. Despite this rigid definition there are often still doubts between the accused Bogan as to whether they fall under that descriptor or not.
Definition of 'bogan'
1. an unfashionable, unpopular person. 2. an unsophisticated, uneducated person.
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.
So Bogan becomes associated with the rough-an-ready makeshift ways of the bush. It is the opposite of city sophistication. It is then applied to a person who is characterised as similarly unsophisticated and becomes a cityslicker word for people from the backblocks.
Is the term Bogan Offensive? The term bogan is not an offensive term to the same level as calling someone the C-word or using a racist insult towards them. However, it can often be used as a pejorative or derogatory phrase to infer that someone lacks class or taste.
"Bogan — a term of endearment for a person who is simply living their life. A bit rough around the edges, not usually with the times, somewhat uncultured, but generally friendly. Loves a good swear."
Tasmania. Tasmania was named the 'bogan capital of Australia' with Taswegians earning four spots in the final. On the island of Tasmania, half the population has literacy and/or numeracy difficulties, and the unemployment rate is higher than it is in mainland Australia.
Bugger. (Noun/verb/adjective) A mild profanity that's also one of the most versatile words in Australian English. Exclamation; “Bugger!
To “throw shade” means to insult or say something unkind about someone.
There's typically 2 types of bogan: the older and the younger versions. Younger bogans would be more inclined to listen to 70's & 80's Australian rock and some country music. Older ones definitely country music. We typically refer to the older ones as “bushies" which is a more polite term than bogan.
What is an Australian kiss? An Australian kiss. is when you start off with a French kiss. and then you end up Down Under.
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Mate. “Mate” is a popular word for friend. And while it's used in other English-speaking countries around the world, it has a special connection to Australia. In the past, mate has been used to address men, but it can be gender-neutral. In Australia, you'll also hear mate used in an ironic sense.
Ta. 'Ta' means 'thank you'.
Canberra's Ryan Leigh 'Bogan' Edwards was crowned the nation's biggest bogan and he also won best mullet. Dane was pleased to see about 500 people attend the festival over the two days. "The event has been an outstanding success and we can't wait to see everyone next year," Dane said.
We fondly recall Shane (Shayno), Steve (Stevo), Peter (Poida), Lance (Lancey boy) and Greg (Greggo). Don't forget Lyn, Debbie, Sue, Carol, Janet, Charlene, Charmaine and Raelene. Going further back in time, we had Beryl, Hazel, Madge, Dorothy, Beverley (Bev), Betty, Shirley and Joyce (Joycie).
Servo: short for service station, this is what Australians call a gas station.
fanny, slang — a crude word for female genitals, as in the UK. Although, sometimes buttocks as in the USA. Words such as "Fanny Pack" should be avoided in New Zealand (the New Zealand term is "beltbag" or "bumbag").
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". As in: "I'll help you change your flat tyre." "Chur, bro."
“My research shows the British and Irish working-class introduced most of the swearing we have in Australia,” Krafzik says. “It was cemented in those early colonial days.” The British officer class tended to rotate in and out of the colonies. The working-class settlers – and convicts – stayed.