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British and American English: what is different?

Vocabulary, spelling and pronunciation explained

Same language, different choices

A British flat is an American apartment; a British lift is an American elevator. Both are understood across the English-speaking world.

Spelling conventions

Common pairs include colour/color, centre/center and travelling/traveling. Pick a convention for formal writing and stay consistent.

Pronunciation varies

Rhotic and non-rhotic accents often pronounce the letter r differently. There are many accents within both countries, so avoid treating one voice as the only standard.

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Choose resources that match your goals, exams and preferred media. Understanding both varieties is a valuable skill.

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