When in London a lot of tourists understand that they are not prepared for it and neither London is prepared for them. Some of the reasons (except for the fact that McD do not put mayo in the BigMacs) are: 1) language differences and of course, 2) the traffic.
Lets start with the first one. There are some weird words British uses and make the English so mannered. For example, you don’t rent, you let. Your buddy doesn’t play soccer, he plays football. When you need elevator, look for lift. And last but not least, if you think that donut is fine, you are wrong. It is spelled doughnut.
In addition British English is way much softer than American and adding the numerous variations of Wales and Scotland it becomes a little messy. Whatever. I hope the table below will help you find your way faster and look smarter when in London.
- British - aeroplane - flat - car - bum, arse - centre - colour - biscuit - criticise - nappies - doughnut - draught - lift - autumn - tap - torch - motorway - petrol - honour - bonnet - gaol (uncommon) - ladybird - post - mum - neighbour - trousers - plough - handbag - railway - realise - shopping trolley - pavement - football, footy - manual gearbox - pram - metro, underground, tube - summarise - jumper - accelerator - to let - caravan - lorry - boot - face flannel - garden
PS: Yes, British English sounds funny and fussy.
