HI everyone.. Thought this would be a fun project for us here on YA because just a few minutes ago I read a question where someone asked if veg*ns can eat "jelly" Now, I have never referred to "Jello" as "jelly" But I THINK they do in England..
Anyway I think we'd benefit from our own little "u.S" to "U.K" dictionary. I'll start with two I know
"cookies" in U.S. are "Biscuits" in U.K.
"Biscuits" in U.S. are "scones" in U.K. (kinda)
"Sausage and mashed potatoes" In U.S. is "bangers and mash" in U.K.
Come on!! Those of you who know bi-continental English.. help us out!! Add some!
You should have SEEN the face of my Aussie friend the first day she arrived in America.. She asked what was for breakfast and we told her "biscuits and gravy!" LOL wish I could have captured her face...
2007-10-23 03:44:48 · 3 answers · asked by Shelly P. Tofu, E.M.T. 6 in Food & Drink ➔ Vegetarian & Vegan
Cotton candy in US is Candyfloss in UK
Fries in US are Chips in UK
Zucchini in US is Courgette in UK
Arugula in US is Rocket in UK
Potato Chips in US is Crisps is UK
2007-10-23 03:50:05 · answer #1 · answered by annienyc_1120 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My English grandfather called towels, diapers, or any kind of cloth (apparently) a "napkin."
A flashlight was a "torch" and a truck was a "lorry."
French fries (or freedom fries) are called "chips."
I think chips are called "crisps."
2007-10-23 12:44:03 · answer #2 · answered by majnun99 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
jewelry jewellery
draft draught
pajamas pyjamas
plow plough
program programme
tire tyre
cigarette ****
2007-10-23 11:41:06 · answer #3 · answered by mikeydonatelli 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋