Word Etiquette When Traveling To New Zealand

New Zealand is a gorgeous place. It is wild and filled with beauty of all kinds. One can tell that there has been a lot of volcanic activity in the past. Like travel to any foreign land, it is a good idea to learn some of the peculiarities of language.
Though New Zealanders speak English, some of their words mean very different things than we would expect. So you might want to get in the mode and learn a few things before you actually get there. As a side note, You can always count on staff who work at the many motels in Lake Taupo to help you out. They are friendly and gracious.
For those who love to eat, the word “entree” means an appetizer, not the main course. “Lemonade” means 7UP which translates into fizzy water with lemon. Lastly, a “kiwi” is a bird found in New Zealand. If you are looking for the fruit, that is called a kiwifruit.
There will be terms that don’t seem to apply from your point of view. This will be a learning experience for everyone and a good way to start a conversation with a new person. This too might bear fruit !