smoko
noun · casual
A short break at work, especially a morning tea break.
How Aussies use it
- We'll finish this after smoko.
- What time's smoko?
Good to know
It originally meant a cigarette break, but now means any short break, especially on worksites.
Saying it more formally
In a formal email, essay or the PTE test, use short break instead.
Slang is great for chatting with friends and workmates, but keep it out of PTE essays and formal writing.