Difference between revisions of "English terminology"
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Revision as of 16:16, April 1, 2008
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.
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| term | American meaning | UK meaning |
|---|---|---|
| large vehicle | truck | lorry |
| small room that goes up | elevator | lift |
| fried potatoes (soft) | french fries | chips |
| crispy fried potatoes | chips | crisps |
| knocked up | made pregnant | tapped on door (like "rang up") |
