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Street Language

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Guía de palabras frecuentemente acortadas en inglés británico

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Brolly

Take a brolly with you in case it rains.

Wellies

“If you go out today, make sure you wear your wellies and a raincoat. It's pouring down with rain.

Telly

I was in all night watching telly with Debbie.

Hankies

It used to be common for men to carry hankies on their suit pockets.

Hubby

Sarah and her hubby and kids went to Rome last summer.

Brekkie

I had coffe and toast for brekkie today.

Veggies

The problem comes when children eat sweets instead of fruits, veggies, and dairy foods.

Footy

Danny and I are footy mates from high school.

Cuppa

• Do you fancy a cuppa?
• Yes, please.
• Ok, I'll put the kettle on. Do you take milk and sugar?

Have you figured out the meaning of all these words yet?

• Brolly= umbrella
• Wellies= wellington (rubber) boots- for the rain
• Telly= television
• Hankies= handkerchieves
• Hubby= husband
• Brekkie= breakfast
• Veggies= vegetables
• Footy= football
• Cuppa= a cup of (tea or coffee!)

Good job! You rock!

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