Used when discussing challenging jobs or labor-intensive tasks.
Literal Meaning
Difficult work (yakka from Aboriginal language)
Actual Meaning
Hard work, physical labor
Examples in Context
'Building that fence was hard yakka.'
Helpful Tips
1Aboriginal origin
2Specifically physical work
3Shows effort
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