Many English words vary in meaning "across the pond". American English terms often have different meanings from their counterparts in England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland.
Glossary | ||
Concept | American term | UK term |
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large vehicle | truck | lorry |
small room that goes up | elevator | lift |
fried potatoes (soft) | french fries | chips |
crispy fried potatoes | chips | crisps |
Glossary | ||
Expression | American meaning | UK meaning |
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knocked up | made pregnant | tapped on door (like "rang up") |
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