British English or American English?

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British English or American English?

The two versions of English spoken on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean share much of their vocabulary, but some words differ significantly. Test your language skills and see how well you know the differences between British English and American English!

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cookie

biscuit

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pants

trousers

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apartment

flat

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pavement

sidewalk

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chips

French fries

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potato chips

crisps

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sweater

jumper

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tap

faucet

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cart

trolley

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aubergine

eggplant

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elevator

lift

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trainers

sneakers

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knickers

underwear

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corn

maize

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diaper

nappy

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waistcoat

vest

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holiday

vacation

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soccer

football

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autumn

fall

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sofa

couch

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candy

sweets

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garbage

rubbish

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petrol

gas

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closet

wardrobe

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torch

flashlight

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parcel

package

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subway

underground

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line

queue

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braces

suspenders

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drugstore/pharmacy

chemist's

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lorry

truck

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can

tin

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fizzy drink

soda

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eraser

rubber

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notes

bills

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baggage

luggage

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full stop

period

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allowance

pocket money

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taxi

cab

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yard

garden

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