Traditional
Still common
Definition
Nickname for Sandy or Sandra.
Example Sentence
"Sando brought a slab to the arvo."
Where "Sando" Comes From
Sandy or Sandra takes the familiar "-o" ending, working equally well as a nickname for either the male or female version of the name.
Worth noting: "sando" is also common Aussie slang for a sandwich, so context always does the heavy lifting in working out which one's meant.
How Aussies Actually Use It
A casual, friendly nickname for a Sandy or Sandra, used by mates and family without much thought — the same easy warmth as any other "-o" nickname.
It fits right in at a barbecue or a Sunday arvo catch-up.
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