FURTHER THOUGHTS OF AN ENGLISHMAN LIVING IN AMERICA

THE LANGAUGE DIFFERANCE

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It is said that England and America are two countries divided by a common language, here are some of the differences

BABY ITEMS
nappy diaper
dummy binky/pacifier
powdered-milk formula
push-chair carriage
FOOD
corgette zucchini
aubergine eggplant
crisps chips
chips fries
biscuits cookies
sweets candies
CAR
bonnet hood
boot trunk
windscreen windshield
petrol gas
van truck
lorry tractor trailer
GENERAL
pavement sidewalk
lift elevator
braces suspenders
suspenders garter
holiday vacation

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