Australians are known for their love for good barbie, meat pies, and classic deli items that make a quick and tasty snack.

Yet, recently, a debate has erupted over the name of a famous deli staple, and it's causing quite a stir among Aussies nationwide.

The cocktail frankfurt is a common sight at family gatherings, birthday parties, and supermarket deli counters.

The hotdog's smaller cousin is easy to prepare, fun to eat, and a hit with both kids and adults.

However, what you call these bite-sized treats might depend per state.

Cocktail frankfurts are widely available in supermarkets and deli stores. Image Credit: Woolworths

A recent social media post by an Aussie mum sparked a nationwide discussion.

Yet, the responses revealed a surprising variety of regional names, with some raising food lovers' eyebrows.

'What do you call these? I've grown up calling them cheerios in Queensland,' the mum shared in her post.

Many Queenslanders chimed in on the post and agreed that they call it 'cheerios'.

However, the name might confuse food lovers for a popular breakfast cereal of the same name.

Meanwhile, New South Wales locals agreed that 'cocktail frankfurt' is the preferred name for these snacks.

In South Australia, some folks referred to these sausages as 'little boys', which made several people feel uncomfortable.

The name, which has innocent origins in English cockney slang, has been called 'inappropriate' and 'creepy' by others.

The term' little boys' certainly became contentious.

Some commenters believed that it's time to retire the name in favour of something less controversial.

One mother mentioned she taught her daughter to call them 'little red sausages' to avoid awkwardness.

Despite the mixed feelings, some Aussies still stood by the traditional names they grew up with.

'Sorry, I have always called them "little boys", and at 66 years of age, I'm not about to change,' a commenter shared.

'I have never thought it derogatory to boys.'

This great Aussie debate highlighted the regional differences in Australia and the evolving nature of words and their meanings.

What's clear, however, is that no matter what you call them, these tasty morsels remain a staple in Australian cuisine.

Key Takeaways

• An Australian mum sparked an online debate about the regional names for cocktail frankfurts, commonly called 'cheerios' in Queensland.
• Commenters from different Australian states shared varied names for the deli item, highlighting regional language differences.
• The term' little boys' for these small sausages has caused controversy, as some found it inappropriate or 'creepy'.
• Despite the division, one commenter pointed out that 'little boys' might have originated from English cockney slang and suggested that the term does not have a creepy origin.

So, we're curious—what do you call these deli delights in your area? Share your stories and thoughts about this sausage debacle in the comments section below!

 

[Littleboy8]

I call them “yuk”