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British vs. American English Vocabulary and Pronunciation for ESL Students
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Bruce Lan posted on 2014/05/29Ever wondered why Brits call it a 'lift' and Americans a 'subway'? This fun video dives into the hilarious and practical differences between British and American English vocabulary and pronunciation! You'll pick up tons of everyday words and phrases that will make your English sound even more natural, no matter which side of the pond you're chatting from.
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US /lɚn/
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UK /lɜ:n/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To get knowledge or skills by study or experience
- To find out something.
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US /ˈɪŋɡlɪʃ/
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UK /ˈɪŋglɪʃ/
- Uncountable Noun
- Language of the UK, USA, Nigeria and elsewhere
- Proper Noun
- Person's name
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US /ˈwɔtɚ, ˈwɑtɚ/
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UK /'wɔ:tə(r)/
- Uncountable Noun
- Clear liquid that forms the seas, rivers and rain
- Large area such as an ocean or sea
- Intransitive Verb
- (Of the eyes) to produce tears
- (Mouth) to become wet at the thought of nice food
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