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I had never given much thought how we say words so differently although I do know many of the words you all use in the UK. They are quite interesting too, I have to say as I love the word BUM, as we don't use that hear. Most usually say ASS lol. What American-English or British-English words confuse you? They don't really confuse me but some of the food words did at first but I have got to know them pretty well for the most part. Do you say Maths or Math? I say Math as that's what we were taught in school. Have you become more bilingual in American English and British English on blogland? Me bilingual no not really but it is fun learning words that mean the same thing but are different from other countries. I hope you enjoy your Monday in November, and may it be a great start to your week..
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What American-English or British-English words confuse you? - "Could care less" is said in America but "can't care less" is said in the UK. It means the same?...that's very confusing.
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Winston was so right about our language. Watching BBC programs has made me more British language literate and blog posts here have expanded my knowledge of the differences. I knew most but not all of the different terms you listed. Thank You. I am not sure if it is true but I read that when Webster compiled his dictionary he deliberately used different spellings to accent the differences between Britain and the US. He thought his take was superior. Still, not sure how so many items came to have such different names. I have come to try to abandon the term Fanny Pack, ie the pouch worn around the waist, since I learned that to you Brits, fanny does not mean bum but something a bit forward on a female. If you see me in the real world, come say "Hi Justskin." I always behave. Preferably not well.
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I’m fascinated. It’s so interesting. I’m going to start saying maths from here on out!! Have a great day! 💋 Staci
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I wonder if it is due to the import of many American TV series (or seasons) over here. Do Americans pick up and use any British English words or do they just stick with their own?
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Having been exposed to British humour — over here in the land of the maple 🍁 leaf — on TV and radio, there's not much that confuses me. I can see both sides of the coin. It helps to hear someone speak — then I'll know what they mean. I might read a sentence over; to be sure I have it right. 😊❗❗ ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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What American-English or British-English words confuse you? - "Could care less" is said in America but "can't care less" is said in the UK. It means the same?...that's very confusing. Opportunity may knock only once, but temptation bangs on the door forever!
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I rarely have difficulty with the difference between American and English but I have read a lot of British authors over the years. There are differences in certain words depending on American geography. Your word motorway could be highway, expressway, freeway or toll road depending on where you live. Don't get me started on soda pop variations. Even though Mathematics are plural, we use the abbreviation Math. (the period is silent) However, I say Arithmetic. Opportunity may knock only once, but temptation bangs on the door forever!
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I once worked with a British Engineer from Singapore, and while sitting in a bar one night, he promptly announced he needed to go out for a fag! I had no idea he needed to go outside for a cigarette!
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What American-English or British-English words confuse you? I don't think any mainstream words confuse me. I don't know all the British regional words. I'm learning. Do you say Maths or Math? Math Have you become more bilingual in American English and British English on blogland? Yes. I read enough books growing up to have all the basic words in my brain
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I don't think aboot it! I say "math" ..................arithmetic when I was a youngster! but then, I'm Canadian!
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Oh the joy of it. There is American-English, all versions from each direction of the compass There is British - English The rest of British Isles speak another dialect of English all together The Canadians speak some form of English .... "aboat" Then you lot haven't dealt with Australian - English, commonly refered to as "Strine". Get your dictionaries out on that one, people
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There are several differences between Canadian and American English....e.g. we say pop, they say soda!
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11/4/2021 8:05 am |
I agree 100% Good Blog.
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