arvo
noun · casual
Afternoon.
How Aussies use it
- I'll call you this arvo.
- Are you free Saturday arvo for a barbie?
Good to know
One of the most common Aussie words. You'll hear it at work, at school and on TV.
Saying it more formally
In a formal email, essay or the PTE test, use afternoon instead.
Slang is great for chatting with friends and workmates, but keep it out of PTE essays and formal writing.