truckie
noun · casual
A truck driver.
How do Aussies use ‘truckie’?
- My uncle has been a truckie for twenty years.
- The truckies stopped at the servo for a break.
How to pronounce ‘truckie’
Say it like this: TRUK-ee
‘truckie’ in a conversation
Nick: What does your brother do now?
Tess: He's a truckie. He drives between Sydney and Brisbane every week.
What else should you know about ‘truckie’?
Another job word with the Aussie -ie ending, like 'tradie', 'postie' and 'sparky'. Truckies often drive very long distances between cities and towns.
Where will you hear ‘truckie’?
You'll hear 'truckie' on the radio, in the news and on country roads, and from people who work in transport and delivery. Roadhouses and servos along the highways are popular stops for truckies.
How do you reply or use ‘truckie’ yourself?
If someone says 'I'm a truckie', you can ask 'Where do you usually drive?' Use the word yourself in casual chat about jobs, and 'truck driver' in formal writing.
More examples
- The truckie waved as he drove past.
- Truckies need plenty of rest on long trips.
- She became a truckie after years of working in an office.
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What mistake do learners make with ‘truckie’?
It's a friendly, everyday word, not an insult. In a formal job application you'd write 'truck driver' or 'heavy vehicle driver'.
What can you say instead in formal English?
In a formal email, essay or the PTE test, use truck driver instead.
Slang is great for chatting with friends and workmates, but keep it out of PTE essays and formal writing.
Fill the gap
Which word goes in the gap?
My dad drives a big truck. He's been a ___ for years.
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truckie
Quick check
What does ‘truckie’ mean?
- A truck driver.
- Woolworths, a big Australian supermarket chain.
- To support a sports team.
Show the answer
A. A truck driver.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'truckie' mean in Australia?
A truck driver. Another job word with the Aussie -ie ending, like 'tradie', 'postie' and 'sparky'. Truckies often drive very long distances between cities and towns.
Can I say 'truckie' at work?
Yes. 'truckie' is fine in most workplaces, in conversation and casual messages. In formal emails, reports and English tests, use more standard English.
How do you pronounce 'truckie'?
Say it like this: TRUK-ee. Press 'Hear it' on this page to listen.
When do Australians say 'truckie'?
You'll hear 'truckie' on the radio, in the news and on country roads, and from people who work in transport and delivery. Roadhouses and servos along the highways are popular stops for truckies.
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