2007-12-23 12:50:13 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Words & Wordplay
The words, although spelled differently mean the same. I prefer the Canadian spelling though.
Vive la difference!
2007-12-23 13:44:20 · answer #1 · answered by tranquil 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Speaking as a Canadian citizen, I've always preferred the Canadian spelling. No offense to my southern neighbours (for examples) But the American spelling always looked as if someone forgot a letter.
FYI. The American spelling originated out of the anti-british movement during the Revolution.
2007-12-23 13:10:21 · answer #2 · answered by mattdaddy 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Australians spell those words in the same way as Canadians and the English. It is because we are countries that are part of the Commonwealth.
This question leads me to wonder when people from other (non-commonwealth) countries are being taught english as a second language, which spelling method they use - the UK/CA/AU method or US method. That's another question for another time.
I agree with Picador where the spelling difference is noticable we become more tolerant of it, as we grow older. (maybe someday we will be tolerant of misspellling on YA ouch!) I have no preference but would be inclined to try to reply to an American in the same spelling format, out of respect.
2007-12-23 13:29:17 · answer #3 · answered by *Jellz* 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
this is subjective to where you grow up- being Canadian I prefer the Canadian spelling- the ou in colour instead of color- true the american version is easier to spell, takes less effort, and is quicker when typing, but I prefer the Canadian spelling- it looks better, more formal and it's what I'm used to.
No big deal though if you use one or the other- most people know what you're saying if you say colour or color-
2007-12-23 13:23:29 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
It is human nature to prefer what one has grown up with. Any American, Canadian or Brit who engages in serious wordplay is familiar with the the alternative spelling and is not all bothered by it. I find it inconceivable that any high school graduate would be unable to easily cope with the alternative spelling. Naturally, there is adolescent hubris on both sides of the "humour/humor" debate; but most of us leave adolescence behind and move on.
2007-12-23 13:06:14 · answer #5 · answered by picador 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
American spelling
2007-12-23 12:52:51 · answer #6 · answered by ¸.•*´`*♥ GODEZZ ♥*´`*•.¸ 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I've always liked the British and Canadian way of spelling things, but my teachers always get annoyed if I do, so I just don't.
2007-12-23 13:00:59 · answer #7 · answered by Medina B 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I prefer American spelling since I've grown up to know how to spell like that.
2007-12-23 12:53:04 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Canadian - it's cooler.
although, i think Canada is practically better than America.
Don't get me wrong, I love America too. lol
wizards person: the metric system is confusing? Ha! it's easier, all based on tens. America is the confusing one: 12 inches is a foot, three feet is a yard, 5,280 feet in a mile... who on earth came up with those numbers??
2007-12-23 12:54:55 · answer #9 · answered by Lady Jane 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
it doesen't matter which way to me. as long as both are spelled right, i like either. at least i can understand what i'm looking at. i think the canadian way of spelling looks sharp on logos and signs.
2007-12-23 13:08:17 · answer #10 · answered by cliffordw hippiefied ol fart 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋