General
nek minnit
What does nek minnit mean?
A phrase used to jump to a sudden, often comic consequence, roughly 'next thing you know'.
"Left my bike outside the dairy, nek minnit it's gone."
Origin
From a viral 2011 New Zealand video by skater Levi Hawken; 'next minute' in a strong Kiwi accent.
Frequently asked questions
What does nek minnit mean?
It means 'next minute' or 'next thing you know', used to jump to a sudden, often comic consequence.
Where does nek minnit come from?
It comes from a viral 2011 New Zealand video by skater Levi Hawken, saying 'next minute' in a strong Kiwi accent.
How do you use nek minnit in a sentence?
You set up a situation then deliver the twist, as in 'Left my bike outside the dairy, nek minnit it's gone.'
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