General
togs or crib
What does togs or crib mean?
In parts of the South Island, a holiday house is a 'crib' rather than a 'bach'; the two terms mark a north/south divide.
"North Islanders say bach, we say crib."
Origin
New Zealand regional variation between 'bach' (north) and 'crib' (Otago/Southland).
Frequently asked questions
What is a crib in New Zealand?
In the southern South Island (Otago and Southland), a crib is a holiday home, the equivalent of what North Islanders call a bach.
What's the difference between a bach and a crib?
They mean the same thing: a modest holiday house. 'Bach' is used in the North Island while 'crib' is preferred in Otago and Southland, marking a north/south divide.
Why do South Islanders say crib instead of bach?
It's a regional dialect variation unique to the lower South Island, thought to reflect the area's distinct settlement and mining history.
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