Canadian English is almost a mix between American and British English. And since French people first came to Canada in the 16th century, Canadian English uses some old French as well.
Use these slang expressions to sound like a Canadian.
Eh is pronounced like "ay" as in "say," and is similar to "huh" or "right?" For example, a Canadian might say, "It's cold today, eh?" Americans like to joke that Canadians say eh all the time.
A keener is someone who's too happy or tries too hard, usually in school. If someone says "You're such a keener," they probably want you to relax a little!
A two-four is a box of 24 beers. This is a common size to buy in Canada, so don't be surprised if someone says, "I'll go buy us a two-four." Canadians drink more beer than people in the US or Japan, but less than people in Australia, Germany, or the UK.
Pronounced "too-uk" or "tuke," this is the Canadian word for a winter hat. It comes from 16th-century French. If you visit Canada in February, be sure to wear your toque!
Canuck is a slang word for a Canadian. There's even a hockey team called the "Vancouver Canucks." Some Americans use Canuck in a negative way, though.
