Australian Slang
Hard yakka
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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