Saturday, December 3, 2011

American English vs British English

Do you ever think about differences between American English and British English? The variations between these two versions of the English language are really interesting. The difference can be found in spelling, vocabulary and usage of terms. I want to show you a list of words that has a counterpart term in the other language version. There are instances wherein it causes confusion.



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15 comments:

  1. Kenneth Casey M. TapnioDecember 3, 2011 at 5:24 AM

    Thank you for posting this. We should just stick to one rather than use both to avoid confusion.

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  2. Angenica F. MartirezDecember 3, 2011 at 6:41 AM

    I think American English is easier and simpler than British English.

    -Angenica Martirez

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  3. Darwin D. DesilosDecember 3, 2011 at 8:47 PM

    Right, American English is just a descendant of British English?

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  4. Jaymico ReyesDecember 4, 2011 at 5:33 AM

    American English looks or sounds easier than British English because we got used to the vocabulary and terms of the American English. I find it cool and interesting to read the corresponding words from American to British English. One of my favorites is the term "elevator". It is from American English vocabulary and its counterpart from the British English is "lift". Isn't it a cute pair of words? :)

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  5. Stephanie BernardoDecember 4, 2011 at 6:21 AM

    American English says 'first floor'
    British English says 'ground floor'

    Most, if not all, of the malls here in our country use ground floor instead of first floor. I thought Filipinos are more Americanized.

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  6. kyle pascualDecember 4, 2011 at 6:51 PM

    I agree that American English is easier and simpler. Thank you for sharing this information.

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  7. juancarlowageDecember 4, 2011 at 9:53 PM

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  8. juancarlowageDecember 4, 2011 at 9:54 PM

    Whether it is American or British English, having a correct grammar is still the best way to communicate.

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  9. Limor Kristine TengDecember 4, 2011 at 10:00 PM

    I also think that American English is commonly used by Filipinos than British English.

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  10. Jessica Dyan Y. BonusDecember 5, 2011 at 3:03 AM

    I suddenly remember Ron Weasley (Harry Potter) whenever he's surprise, he'll say "Bloody Hell" (British) in which it means like "Oh my God" (English).

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  11. MikkorexicDecember 5, 2011 at 4:31 AM

    I like your blog. I'll try to use some of the British English words one of these days. :)

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  12. charlotte parungaoDecember 5, 2011 at 5:18 AM

    American English is simpler and easier but I prefer British accent. :)

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  13. AnonymousDecember 5, 2011 at 7:12 AM

    This is interesting!
    Now I know what a candyfloss is.

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  14. Jason Angelo TrabucoDecember 5, 2011 at 7:13 AM

    I'm living in a flat. ;)
    This post is really informative.

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  15. AtanDecember 5, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    I think the British are in love with the letter "u". They use words like "armour", "colour" and "valour". Anyway, nice post. It was very interesting.

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