English Word · Advanced
smoko
short break for refreshments
Pronunciation: /ˈsməʊkəʊ/
Meaning
A short break from work for tea, coffee or a snack, especially in Australia and New Zealand.
Example
The builders stopped for smoko and shared a pot of tea.
The builders stopped for smoko and shared a pot of tea.
Practice tips
- Practice smoko out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for advanced-level learners.