Kiwi Slang – Spin A Yarn
To spin a yarn is when someone tells a larger than life story and fabricates or exaggerates the truth. Embellish and distort the facts.
To spin a yarn is when someone tells a larger than life story and fabricates or exaggerates the truth. Embellish and distort the facts.
Tiki tour is said when you take the scenic route or long way to get to a destination. It can also mean a journey with no destination in mind.
Snowed under implies someone has too much responsibility or they're overwhelmed with work. They may have a pile of paperwork on their desk. New Zealand Slang
The meaning of term Number 8 wire is New Zealand's can-do attitude, ingenuity & resourcefulness to solve problems. A unique mindset of kiwis to repair anything.
She'll be right is said to assure people that even though something isn't going so well, it will work itself out . Everything will be ok.
Stoked is a phrase kiwis use for when someone is excited or happy about something. A common term would be 'I was stoked to pass my exams'.
Hello, thank you for joining me. I'm Helen from Mode de vie. Welcome to my podcast. This is where I share my experience knowledge and skills.
Hello, thank you for joining me. I'm Helen from Mode de vie. Welcome to my podcast. This is where I share my experience knowledge and skills.
For years I’ve been trying to justify the fact that I am actually a professional photographer, however just because I don’t get paid for my images, I’ve never thought I could actually claim myself as a professional.
The majestic beauty of this area is second to none, high cliffs, trails and rock formations will draw you in and keep your shutter clicking.
Imagine staying on a dormant volcano that is just 35 minutes from Auckland. You'll have the whole island to yourself, except for the wildlife.
Sometimes simple photos can tell a story. Is it tranquility, loneliness, finding ones-self or just taking in an amazing view?