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jandals
What does jandals mean?
The universal New Zealand word for flip-flops or thonged rubber sandals worn in summer.
"Chuck your jandals on, we're heading to the beach."
Origin
Contraction of 'Japanese sandals'; originally a New Zealand trademark from the 1950s.
Frequently asked questions
What are jandals?
They're flip-flops — rubber thonged sandals worn in summer, the standard New Zealand word for them.
Where does the word jandals come from?
It's a contraction of 'Japanese sandals' and began as a New Zealand trademark in the 1950s.
What's the difference between jandals and thongs?
They're the same footwear — New Zealanders say 'jandals' where Australians say 'thongs'.
How do you use jandals in a sentence?
Say something like 'Chuck your jandals on, we're heading to the beach.'
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