Local customs in New Zealand

For international students who choose to study in New Zealand, studying in New Zealand must inevitably understand the local customs of New Zealand, so the following editor will introduce you.

Accent (accent)

As an immigrant country, each ethnic group has its own different accents. When Chinese first arrived, it was indeed difficult to adapt. What's more, New Zealand people themselves have a very "heavy" accent, especially the old kiwis. When they speak, they always feel that their mouths are pulled flat, as if they are using their throat to speak.

It is worth noting that New Zealand people usually pronounce "i" as "e". Don't hear "6" as "sex", otherwise it will really make an "international joke."

Beer (Beer)

New Zealand people like to enjoy it and are also very addicted to alcohol, drinking an average of 110 liters of beer per person per year. At weekend parties, young people will drink like crazy, but you must have an ID. This is a good thing for New Zealand. It is indeed important to strictly abide by the law and prevent underage drinking.

Kiwifruit (kiwi fruit)

Kiwifruit, whose original name is "Kiwi", is originally born in China. After some years, it has become the "national fruit" of New Zealand. Li Shizhen's "Compendium of Materia Medica" records that kiwifruit has the benefits of cooling off heat and quenching thirst and helping digestion.

Latte (latte)

Influenced by British customs, New Zealand people have developed the habit of "six teas a day." Young people prefer coffee. Among them, latte is the most popular.

No (no)

For some ethnic groups, saying "no" is a difficult thing, and it often ends up with the task they don't want to do. In New Zealand, you have to change and you must learn to express "yes" and "no" clearly, but it doesn't matter to say it.

Zebra crossings

Zebra costumes, as the name suggests, are what Chinese call "zebra crossings." Since the popularization of pedestrian traffic lights, the use of zebra crossings has gradually decreased, but they can still be seen on small roads in some suburbs or residential areas.

Fortunately, crossing the zebra crossing in New Zealand is very safe. As long as you step on this "black and white stripe area", you can boldly close your eyes and leave with peace of mind. New Zealand traffic regulations stipulate that when pedestrians cross the zebra crossing, the world customs network requires vehicles to park behind the prescribed white line until the pedestrian has crossed the zebra crossing.

Regarding the local customs of New Zealand, Xiaobian will introduce you here, hoping that it will help international students who choose to study in New Zealand adapt to life as soon as possible.