rellies
noun · casual
Relatives, family members.
How Aussies use it
- The rellies are coming for Christmas.
- We're visiting the rellies in Perth.
Good to know
Christmas is also often called 'Chrissie'.
Saying it more formally
In a formal email, essay or the PTE test, use relatives instead.
Slang is great for chatting with friends and workmates, but keep it out of PTE essays and formal writing.