The differences between British and American English are somehow interesting. A word can have different meanings. Here are some of the words that we found pretty funny.
- Bogey. Meaning:
- In UK: dried nasal mucus.
- In US: an unidentified aircraft, often assumed to be that of an enemy.
- Entrée. Meaning:
- In UK: starter of a meal.
- In US: main course of a meal.
- Fall. Meaning:
- In UK: to become pregnant.
- In US: autumn.
- First floor (of a building). Meaning:
- In UK: the floor above ground level.
- In US: the floor at ground level (sometimes).
- Intern. Meaning:
- In UK: replacement.
- In US: one temporarily employed for practical training.
- Redcap. Meaning:
- In UK: a military police officer.
- In US: a baggage porter (as at a train station).
- Through (time). Meaning:
- In UK: for a period of time, during.
- In US: up to, until.
- Mate. Meaning:
- In UK: friend.
- In US: spouse or partner.
Compiled and written by at @EnglishTips4U on Friday, August 12, 2011
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