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So you speak Canadian, Eh?! Put Your Knowledge to the Test!

Beyond ‘Eh’ and ‘Zed’, we Canadians have a bunch of lingo that only we use! Put your knowledge of Canadian slang to the test!

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What is the meaning of 'chesterfield'?
- A field full of chestnut trees.
- It's another term for couch or sofa.
- It's a common Canadian surname.
What does a Canadian mean when they say 'bunnyhug'?
- It's a friendlier version of a hand shake.
- This is what Canadians generally refer to when they dress up their pets.
- This is what someone from the Prairies calls a hooded sweatshirt.
When a Canadian says 'deke', what do they mean?
- To go for a short swim.
- To get around an opponent.
- Canadians wear toques on our heads and a 'deke' goes around your neck.
If a Canadian speaks about a 'mickey', what are they talking about?
- A mouse (doesn't even need to be the Walt Disney variety).
- A given amount of alcohol.
- A small fridge, that usually holds beer in the garage.
What does 'kerfuffle' mean in Canadian speak?
- A famous brand of Canadian popcorn.
- This is something like a dust buster, made of feathers.
- To cause a big commotion.
What is a 'klick' in Canada?
- Usually accompanies a wink, when a Canadian is trying to hit on someone.
- Slang for a measure of distance.
- Is a Canadian chocolate bar brand.
If someone says 'the boonies,' what do they mean?
- A suburban part of town far away from the city.
- This is a famous body of water in Eastern Canada.
- Canadians refer to feeling nervous as 'the boonies'

Filed under: Canada, Canada 150, Canada Day

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