General
g'day
What does g'day mean?
A casual greeting, contraction of 'good day'.
"G'day, how ya goin'?"
Origin
Contraction of 'good day', a quintessential Australian greeting.
Frequently asked questions
What does g'day mean?
G'day is a casual Australian greeting meaning 'hello', contracted from 'good day'. It's often followed by 'mate'.
How do you respond to g'day?
You typically reply with 'g'day' back, or 'how ya goin'?' — which is a greeting rather than a genuine question about your wellbeing.
Is g'day used at any time of day?
Yes — despite meaning 'good day', it's used as an all-purpose greeting morning, noon or evening.
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