Lesson #1: How to speak 'strine or kiwi
1. download or listen to any tune by any australian or kiwi artiste/band
2. then turn up the volume to full blast. but ain't loud enough to burst yer eardrums
3. pay attention to how the tunesmith(s) warble
4. re-play and then warble along with said tunesmith(s)
5. ensure lyrics to that particular tune yer listening to is on hand. if not, nick copy from any of the numerous lyrics sites; and then paste 'em on .txt format
6. voila!
i guarantee ye will speak 'strine or kiwi like a native in no time. alternatively, try watching any aussie drama/film/rugby/footy/wotsit if it's shown on the telly. and if yer lucky, like me, listen carefully to how yer antipodean workmates/mates/neighbours/wotsit speak.
yes, practice does make perfect. i say this 'cos i'm listening to crowded house's "take the weather" on winamp as we speak.
as enscribed by the letter b @ May 11, 2004 12:59 PMfret not, matey. i can assure you that not everyone can affect the accent well despite attempting the above many times :)
as blahed by the letter b @ May 12, 2004 09:51 AMYou're going to give away our secret!
as blahed by Simon @ May 12, 2004 09:01 AM