Language differences can be delightful and confusing, especially when it comes to food words between British English and American English. In this video we explore twenty British food terms that often leave Americans scratching their heads. These include everyday words like crisps, which are what Americans call potato chips, and chips in the UK refer to what Americans know as French fries. A biscuit in Britain means what Americans call a cookie, while aubergine is the British name for eggplant and courgette is what Americans call zucchini. Other amusing terms include banger for sausage, ice lolly for popsicle, and candy floss for cotton candy. You’ll also learn fun words like sarnie for sandwich, toastie for a grilled sandwich, and prawn for shrimp. Whether you’re planning a trip or just love quirky vocabulary this video highlights how the same foods can have very different names on opposite sides of the Atlantic
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