The English/American Translator
There is an amazing amount of difference between the language that Amercians speak, and the English speak.
After Richard and I had known each other for several years, we still found there were times we had no clue what the other one was talking about!
To help others who may be in this situation we decided to put together this American into English translation page.
American-English
Hamburger - Mince Meat
Eggplant - Aubergine
Zuchini - Corgette
Squash - Marrow
Range Top - Hob
Tack - Drawing Pin
Trunk - Boot
Hood - Bonnet
Wind Shield - Wind Screen
Blinker, Turn Signal - Indicator
Pants - Trousers
Vest - Waistcoat
Supenders - Braces
Garter Belt - Suspenders
Garbage Cans - Dust Bins
Trash - Rubbish
Pen - Biro
Gas - Petrol
Shopping Cart - Trolly
Toilet Paper - Toilet Roll
Paper Towel - Kitchen Roll
Sneakers - Trainers
Sweater - Jumper
White Out - Tippex
Lamp Shade - Light Shade
Candy - Sweets
Dessert - Pudding
Soccer - Football
Football - American Football
French Fries - Chips
Potato Chips - Crisps
Sandwiches - Sarnies and Butties
Cookies - Biscuits
Soda - Pop
Vacation - Holiday
Sidewalk - Pavement
Highway - Motorway
Road Construction - Road Works
Circle - Roundabout
Stop Light - Traffic Light
Yard - Garden
Purse - Handbag
Change Purse - Purse
TV - Tele
Mail - Post
Zip Code - Postal Code
Line - Queue
Busy - Engaged
Faucets - Taps
Saunta Claus - Father Christmas
Flashlight - Torch
Plastic Bag - Carrier Bags
Paycheck - Pay Packet
Stuffed Animals - Cuddly Toys
Backpack - Rucksack
Eraser - Rubber
Pills - Tablets
Washcloth - Flannel
Bathroom, Restroom - Water Closet, Loo
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