Maccas
/ˈmækəz/
Very CommonMcDonald's. The Australian nickname for the fast food chain.
Unique enough that McDonald's Australia ran ads and campaigns using the name. Not a knock on the brand. Completely neutral.
Real-world examples4 examples
| # | Example | What it means | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Maccas run at midnight hits different | Getting McDonald's late at night is a uniquely satisfying experience. | tiktok, 2023 |
| 02 | who's keen for Maccas after the game | Asking if people want to go to McDonald's after the event. | instagram, 2024 |
| 03 | diet starts Monday, Maccas today | Justifying eating McDonald's before starting a diet. | x, 2023 |
| 04 | only Maccas is open at 3am so that'll do | McDonald's is the only available option but that is fine. | reddit, 2022 |
Use it when
- Suggesting or mentioning a McDonald's run.
- Talking about fast food in a casual setting.
- Referring to any location or item from McDonald's.
Do not use it when
- Formal writing or a professional context where the brand name is required.Use “McDonald's” instead.
Origin and context
Emerged from Australian English's -as suffix pattern applied to McDonald's. McDonald's Australia officially embraced the nickname in marketing campaigns.
- First seen
- 1980s
- Confidence
- medium
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