General
good on ya mate
What does good on ya mate mean?
A warm expression of praise or thanks to a friend.
"Good on ya mate, you've earned it."
Origin
Combines 'good on ya' with 'mate'; quintessentially Australian.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'good on ya mate' mean?
It's a warm Australian expression of praise or thanks meaning 'well done, friend'.
Where does 'good on ya mate' come from?
It combines the phrase 'good on ya' (well done) with 'mate', and is quintessentially Australian.
Is 'good on ya mate' always genuine?
Usually it's sincere praise, but tone can make it sarcastic, so context matters.
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