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Tmptrzz 61F  
107039 posts
11/1/2021 12:07 pm

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.

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citizen4722 66M  
74582 posts
11/1/2021 2:02 pm

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.


justskin1 72M
13175 posts
11/1/2021 3:03 pm

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.

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staci_19702 53T
3767 posts
11/1/2021 3:27 pm

I’m fascinated. It’s so interesting.
I’m going to start saying maths from here on out!!

Have a great day! 💋
Staci


MyBaffies 54M
4983 posts
11/1/2021 3:36 pm

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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Paulxx001 66M
22642 posts
11/1/2021 3:46 pm

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. 😊❗❗


superbjversion2 68F  
24388 posts
11/1/2021 3:51 pm

    Quoting citizen4722:
    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.
Technically, the American phrase is "Couldn't care less" but there are a lot of grammatically ignorant people in the US.

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superbjversion2 68F  
24388 posts
11/1/2021 3:59 pm

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.

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MustaschRide99 71M
327 posts
11/1/2021 6:43 pm

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!


PonyGirl1965 58F
22090 posts
11/1/2021 10:23 pm

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


pal334 69M  
45821 posts
11/2/2021 6:22 am

After so many years in the military and travel to other countries I am much more comfortable with the languages. I use Math, just something more comforatble for me. I don't think I am bi lingual but I do enjoy it

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lok4fun500 M
51906 posts
11/2/2021 12:17 pm

I don't think aboot it!
I say "math" ..................arithmetic when I was a youngster! but then, I'm Canadian!


cozzycouple 66M/66F  
588 posts
11/3/2021 3:39 am

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


lok4fun500 M
51906 posts
11/3/2021 4:40 pm

    Quoting  :

There are several differences between Canadian and American English....e.g. we say pop, they say soda!


scoupe42 60M

11/4/2021 8:05 am

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I agree 100% Good Blog.


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