Synonyms for

Australians

Verb / ɔ:ˈstreɪljʌnz / Another word for australians — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Australians are people who are from or live in Australia.

Synonyms & similar words

aussie australian aboriginalaustralian Aussies Ozzies Antipodeans Australasians Convicts Kangaroos Wallabies Wombats Koalas Emus Echidnas Platypuses Dingoes

Synonyms by register

Informal

Aussies Ozzie Ozzie mates

Antonyms

non-Australians foreigners outsiders immigrants aliens strangers

Common collocations

  • proud Australians
  • typical Australians
  • southern Australians
  • indigenous Australians
  • young Australians
  • native Australians
  • fellow Australians

Word family

noun Australia
adjective Australian

Usage note

The term 'Australians' refers to people from Australia. Informal synonyms like 'Aussies' are very common in casual conversation.

Example sentences

  1. Australians love to surf.
  2. Many Australians enjoy playing cricket.
  3. The Sydney Opera House is a famous landmark in Australia.
  4. My friend moved to Australia last year.
  5. I heard that Australians have a great sense of humor.

Quotes

  • 'I am, you know, adamantly against illegal immigrants.' - Pauline Hanson, Australian politician
  • 'Australia is an island surrounded by water. My position is that we should use some of that water to grow cannabis.' - Bob Katter, Australian politician
  • 'I have a love-hate relationship with Australia. Basically, I love Australia and Australians, but I hate the Australian government.' - Julian Assange, Australian activist

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