Dinkum
adjective
A term used in Australian English meaning genuine or real.
I can assure you, it's a dinkum story.
Usage tips
Informal
dinkum truth,dinkum mate,dinkum deal
adjective
A term used in Australian English meaning genuine or real.
I can assure you, it's a dinkum story.
Usage tips
Informal
dinkum truth,dinkum mate,dinkum deal
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Context
In Australian culture, saying something is 'dinkum' implies it is not just serious but also sincere.
You can trust him; his words are dinkum.
Pro Tip 2/3Humor
Often used in a light-hearted sense to emphasize authenticity rather than seriousness.
The tale he told was more of a laugh than a dinkum event.
Pro Tip 3/3Colloquial Tone
Best suited for informal conversations among friends or acquaintances.
That’s a dinkum effort you've made!
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Context
In Australian culture, saying something is 'dinkum' implies it is not just serious but also sincere.
You can trust him; his words are dinkum.
Pro Tip 2/3Humor
Often used in a light-hearted sense to emphasize authenticity rather than seriousness.
The tale he told was more of a laugh than a dinkum event.
Pro Tip 3/3Colloquial Tone
Best suited for informal conversations among friends or acquaintances.
That’s a dinkum effort you've made!
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Context
In Australian culture, saying something is 'dinkum' implies it is not just serious but also sincere.
You can trust him; his words are dinkum.
Pro Tip 2/3Humor
Often used in a light-hearted sense to emphasize authenticity rather than seriousness.
The tale he told was more of a laugh than a dinkum event.
Pro Tip 3/3Colloquial Tone
Best suited for informal conversations among friends or acquaintances.
That’s a dinkum effort you've made!
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