Can you think more examples of the differences between American and British English add examples?

Can you think more examples of the differences between American and British English add examples?

The most noticeable difference between American and British English is vocabulary. There are hundreds of everyday words that are different. For example, Brits call the front of a car the bonnet, while Americans call it the hood. Americans go on vacation, while Brits go on holidays, or hols.

What are some words that have different meanings in British and American English?

12 Words With Very Different Meanings in the U.S. and the UK

• Homely. Describe an American as homely, and you may get a punch in the nose for calling them unattractive.
• Rubber. A rubber in the UK is an eraser, commonly used to eliminate unwanted writing.
• Pants.
• Jumper.
• Braces.
• Trainers.
• Trolley.
• Plaster.

Which type of English British or American do you think is most reflected in Philippine English?

Philippine English traditionally follows American English spelling and grammar while it shares some similarity to Commonwealth English.

Why is American English different?

Eventually, the American colonies gained independence from Great Britain and became the United States. As the US continued to grow and integrate different world cultures, the American people developed linguistic differences from their British counterparts. Phrases that already existed in British English changed.

Is American English similar to Philippine English?

Filipino English and American English are often compared due to their similarities in pronunciation and spelling. Due to this influence, the Filipino English accent is almost the same as the American English accent except for the fact that it’s a little strong compared to the latter.

Is American English used in the Philippines?

Even though Philippine English mostly uses American English terms and grammatical structures, when it comes to trains, it is a different story. In the United States, trains run on railroads, but in the Philippines, trains run on railways, just like in the former British Empire.