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Vocabulary Spotlight | Canadian Slang

Apr 21, 2024
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In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Jack tests Xochitl on her knowledge of Canadian slang.


Canadian Slang Terms:

Toque - A knitted winter hat, often with a pom-pom on top.

Double-double - In the context of coffee from Tim Hortons, it means two creams and two sugars.

Mickey - A small bottle of alcohol, typically 375 ml.

Loonie and Toonie - The Canadian one-dollar coin and two-dollar coin, respectively.

Keener - Someone who is overly eager or enthusiastic.

Poutine - A dish originating from Quebec consisting of fries, cheese curds, and gravy.

Hoser - An affectionate term for a foolish or inept person, made famous by the comedy sketch "Great White North" on SCTV.

Chesterfield - a term that used to be more commonly used in Canada to refer to a sofa or couch


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