English terminology

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
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
knocked up  |  made pregnant |  tapped on door (like "rang up")