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Listed under:  Language  >  Natural languages  >  English language  >  Aboriginal English
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Radio National: Understanding Aboriginal English

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Australian English has evolved to adopt terms from Aboriginal languages, some of which are widely used. 'Yakka' and 'bung' are two examples. Can you think of some more? Aboriginal communities have likewise adopted English terms, like 'deadly' but with different meanings, creating 'Aboriginal English'. Can you think of some ...

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Adventure at Thompson's Creek - Ngayu Jilba Dungan Bada Thompson's Creek

  • TLF-IDM021418

This animation of a contemporary story created by primary school children from the Wajal Wajal community in Far North Queensland. The story is told in two versions; one in English language and one in Kuku Yalanji language. A glossary of language in provided along with a transcript of the story.

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The wallaby and the dugong

  • TLF-IDM021420

This animation of a contemporary story created by primary school children from the Lockhart River community in Far North Queensland. The story is told in two versions; one in English language and one in Umpila language. A glossary of language in provided along with a transcript of the story.

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