trackies
noun · casual
Tracksuit pants, sweatpants.
How Aussies use it
- I'm staying home in my trackies.
- He turned up in trackies and thongs.
How to pronounce ‘trackies’
Say it like this: TRAK-eez
‘trackies’ in a conversation
Housemate: Coming out tonight?
Alex: Nah, I'm in my trackies already.
Good to know
Comfy, casual clothes. Not for the office!
A common mistake
'Trackie daks' is another casual way to say trackies.
Saying it more formally
In a formal email, essay or the PTE test, use tracksuit pants instead.
Slang is great for chatting with friends and workmates, but keep it out of PTE essays and formal writing.
Quick check
What does ‘trackies’ mean?
- Avocado.
- Someone a bit uncool, silly or unfashionable, usually said with affection.
- Tracksuit pants, sweatpants.
Show the answer
C. Tracksuit pants, sweatpants.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'trackies' mean in Australia?
Tracksuit pants, sweatpants. Comfy, casual clothes. Not for the office!
Can I say 'trackies' at work?
With workmates, yes. 'trackies' is fine in a chat at smoko or a casual message, but don't use it with clients, in formal emails, or in the PTE and IELTS writing tests.
How do you pronounce 'trackies'?
Say it like this: TRAK-eez. Press 'Hear it' on this page to listen.