General
arvo
What does arvo mean?
The afternoon; also 's'arvo' meaning 'this afternoon'.
"Catch ya this arvo down at the beach."
Origin
Australian abbreviation of 'afternoon' with the -o suffix. One of the most recognizable examples of Aussie diminutives, in use for over a century.
Frequently asked questions
What does arvo mean in Aussie slang?
Arvo means the afternoon. 'This arvo' means this afternoon.
What does s'arvo mean?
S'arvo is a further contraction of 'this arvo', meaning this afternoon.
Why do Australians shorten words like arvo?
Aussie English loves diminutives, adding -o or -ie to clip words — afternoon becomes arvo, service station becomes servo, and so on.
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