Barramundies

/ˌbærəˈmʌndiz/ noun

Definition

Plural form of barramundi; multiple large Australian fish used informally in Australian English alongside the standard plural 'barramundis'.

Etymology

English plural with the informal -ies suffix sometimes used in Australian English for certain nouns. Alternative to 'barramundis' showing regional language variation.

Kelly Says

Australian English loves making casual plurals with -ies (like 'avos' becoming 'avies'), so you'll hear 'barramundies' on fishing boats even though 'barramundis' is technically correct—language is lived, not just written!

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