Words
What do Americans call a "biscuit"?
cookie
What is the British word for “highway”?
motorway
What is the American word for “aubergine”?
an eggplant
British English uses “-ise” while American uses?
"ize"
What does “to hit the sack” mean?
to go to bed
What do the British call a "truck"?
a lorry
What is the American word for “underground ”?
subway
What is the British word for “two weeks”?
fortnight
What is the American spelling of "colour"?
color
In British English, what does it mean if someone is "chuffed"?
very pleased or happy
What is the American word for “petrol”?
gas (or gasoline)
What is the American word for “solicitor”?
lawyer
What is the British word for “restroom”?
Loo
What is the British spelling of "theater"?
theatre
What does it mean in British English if someone says, “I’m knackered”?
I’m very tired"
What do Americans call a “jumper”?
a sweater
What is the British word for “crosswalk”?
zebra crossing
What is the American word for “coriander”?
cilantro
How do Americans spell "cheque"?
check
What does “throw a spanner in the works” mean?
to create a problem that stops something from happening
What is the British word for “policeman”?
a bobby
What is the British word for “diaper ”?
nappy
What is the British word for “hood”?
bonnet
What is the American spelling of "grey"?
gray
In British slang, if someone is “taking the mickey,” what are they doing?
making fun of someone or teasing