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Learn some fun and funny British slang words & phrases - and the etymology and meaning behind them. Have YOU heard of any of these before? Maybe YOU have some suggestions you'd like us to mention in a future video? Please comment below. All images used in this video are in the public domain. Some of the photographic content is 'licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 Unported license.' Sources: <a href="https://theportablewife.com/living-abroad/moving-to-london/british-vs-american-words-slang">https://theportablewife.com/living-abroad/moving-to-london/british-vs-american-words-slang</a>/ <a href="https://theculturetrip.com/north-america/usa/articles/15-british-words-phrases-which-confuse-americans">https://theculturetrip.com/north-america/usa/articles/15-british-words-phrases-which-confuse-americans</a>/ <a href="https://preply.com/en/blog/british-english-vs-american-english-slang-compared">https://preply.com/en/blog/british-english-vs-american-english-slang-compared</a>/

We have chosen 10 words that are different in American and British English and ask, which one makes the most sense in each instance…the American or the British Word? For example...' Football' or 'Soccer'? Please play along at home and let us know YOUR opinion on each. Comment below! Images used in the video are all in the public domain.

Some of these words are quite formal and a bit old-fashioned and some are everyday normal words that are regularly used. Let us know of any other examples YOU know - please comment below. All opinions expressed and information given in this video are our own and come from our own experiences of living in America and the UK. Images used in the video are all in the public domain.

What are the telltale signs? Do the Brits blend or stand out like a sore thumb? Please let us know YOUR thoughts in the comments section below. Julie and Lucy are a British mother and daughter living the American dream. Opinions expressed and thoughts given are our own. All images used are in the public domain.

Thank you so much to all of you who took part in our survey! These are the results of our poll... <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@The_Brit_Girls/community">https://www.youtube.com/@The_Brit_Girls/community</a> Were YOU surprised with the results? Please comment below.

To get to the bottom of these questions we’ve been searching the internet, and we’ve found a few articles by men who have an opinion on this. You’ll find links to these below. We’re giving our reaction to these articles and will be offering OUR thoughts on them! Why American women are sexier than British girls - by a man who knows | Life and style | The Guardian <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2006/jan/15/features.woman10?fbclid=IwAR0VYED_jrGZPh66GLDP4KXmqVbtgdgLX6lKNEGv3UPrODKwZuBqjumx8us">https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2006/jan/15/features.woman10?fbclid=IwAR0VYED_jrGZPh66GLDP4KXmqVbtgdgLX6lKNEGv3UPrODKwZuBqjumx8us</a> This Brit Reveals What Dating American Girls is Really Like (harpersbazaar.com) <a href="https://www.harpersbazaar.com/culture/features/a16840/what-is-dating-american-girls-really-like/?fbclid=IwAR2Jt-9QaTS9wljEQSdR4hsnRZ93_4tBIVsD8ROcGFsUsiceO77bGl73ASQ">https://www.harpersbazaar.com/culture/features/a16840/what-is-dating-american-girls-really-like/?fbclid=IwAR2Jt-9QaTS9wljEQSdR4hsnRZ93_4tBIVsD8ROcGFsUsiceO77bGl73ASQ</a> American Women VS British Women: 5 Weird Differences (nice-women-facts.com) <a href="https://nice-women-facts.com/american-women-vs-british-women-5-weird-differences/?fbclid=IwAR33DiRzTsomtYiTl6aumOLrihUDDf8Hvvwtq_9Y8rcGrZw8MW0pwbZtD3E">https://nice-women-facts.com/american-women-vs-british-women-5-weird-differences/?fbclid=IwAR33DiRzTsomtYiTl6aumOLrihUDDf8Hvvwtq_9Y8rcGrZw8MW0pwbZtD3E</a>

We discuss the distinct styles and cultural influences that make American and British humor unique. Who is the funniest? Please let us know YOUR opinion in the comments section below. Images used in the video are all in the public domain. Some of the photographic content is 'licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 Unported license'. Sources: <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_humour">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_humour</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_humor">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_humor</a> <a href="https://wittycompanion.com/british-humor-vs-american-humor">https://wittycompanion.com/british-humor-vs-american-humor</a>/

What are the telltale signs? We are a British mother and daughter living in the United States. Opinions expressed and information given in this video are our own and come from our own experiences of living in America and the UK. All images used are in the public domain. Interesting sources are: <a href="https://www.insider.com/american-tourists-traveling-abroad-2019-4">https://www.insider.com/american-tourists-traveling-abroad-2019-4</a> <a href="https://www.thrillist.com/travel/nation/how-to-dress-like-an-american-tourist-more-dead-giveaways-for-locals">https://www.thrillist.com/travel/nation/how-to-dress-like-an-american-tourist-more-dead-giveaways-for-locals</a> <a href="https://thegetaway.com/trip-planning/telltale-signs-youre-an-american-tourist">https://thegetaway.com/trip-planning/telltale-signs-youre-an-american-tourist</a>/

We compare and contrast Easter traditions in the United States with Easter traditions in the UK. There are several differences! Images used in the video are all in the public domain. Some of the photographic content is 'licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 Unported license'. Sources: <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Easter_traditions">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Easter_traditions</a> <a href="https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/holidays/easter-ideas/g191/history-easter-traditions">https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/holidays/easter-ideas/g191/history-easter-traditions</a>/ <a href="https://www.history.com/topics/holidays/easter-symbols">https://www.history.com/topics/holidays/easter-symbols</a>

We reveal what these modern dating terms are - and what they mean! Very handy if you're looking for romance from across the pond! Let us know which new dating phrases we missed. Please comment below! All images used in this video are in the public domain. Sources: <a href="https://www.dictionary.com/e/dating-slang-terms">https://www.dictionary.com/e/dating-slang-terms</a>/ <a href="https://blog.lingodeer.com/american-slang-relationships">https://blog.lingodeer.com/american-slang-relationships</a>/ <a href="https://www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/article/dating-terms-to-know">https://www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/article/dating-terms-to-know</a>

How do they differ? It was quite apparent, when arriving in the United States from England, that celebrating St. Paddy’s Day was on a totally different scale over here. One thing we were surprised by was the tradition of eating corned beef and cabbage on St. Patrick’s Day. Coming from England, we had never heard of that before! Let us know how YOU celebrate St. Patrick's Day. Please comment below! Images used in the video are all in the public domain. Some of the photographic content is 'licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 Unported license'. Sources: <a href="https://www.history.com/news/st-patricks-day-origins-america">https://www.history.com/news/st-patricks-day-origins-america</a> <a href="https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saint_Patrick%27s_Day_in_the_United_States">https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saint_Patrick%27s_Day_in_the_United_States</a> <a href="https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saint_Patrick%27s_Day">https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saint_Patrick%27s_Day</a>

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We discuss the similarities and differences between the all-American sport of baseball and the most British of activities, cricket. Baseball and Cricket are arguably the two most well-known members of the ‘bat and ball’ family of games. While the basic principles are the same, the two games differ in their rules, terminology, strategy, playing equipment, number of players, and field size. The images used in the video are all in the public domain. Some of the photographic content is 'licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 Unported license.' Sources: <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baseball">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baseball</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cricket#Bat_and_ball">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cricket#Bat_and_ball</a> <a href="https://www.diffen.com/difference/Baseball_vs_Cricket">https://www.diffen.com/difference/Baseball_vs_Cricket</a>

What's the difference? Which country is the most romantic? How is Valentine's Day celebrated in each country? What are the most romantic and least romantic states in America? What are the most popular gifts? How much does each country spend? Do many people celebrate Valentine's...or not? How is Valentine's Day celebrated in different parts of the UK? All images used in this video are in the public domain. Some of the photographic content is 'licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 Unported license.' Sources: <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Valentine%27s_Day">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Valentine%27s_Day</a> <a href="https://today.yougov.com/topics/society/articles-reports/2017/02/14/brits-germans-americans-valentines-day">https://today.yougov.com/topics/society/articles-reports/2017/02/14/brits-germans-americans-valentines-day</a> | <a href="https://www.ipsos.com/en-ph/valentines-day-around-world">https://www.ipsos.com/en-ph/valentines-day-around-world</a>

How should I send kisses to my Valentine? Do I text or write in capital letters or lowercase? How many Xs should I use... x...xx...xxx? Is it XOXO or XO or OXO? What does O symbolize? What does CXX mean? All opinions expressed and information given in this video are our own and come from our own experiences of living in America and the UK. All images used in this video are in the public domain. Sources: <a href="https://www.wikihow.com/What-Does-X-Mean-when-Texting">https://www.wikihow.com/What-Does-X-Mean-when-Texting</a> <a href="https://britainexplained.com/what-that-x-means-on-messages/#:~:text=The%20custom%20of%20having%20an,is%20written%2C%20rather%20than%20spoken">https://britainexplained.com/what-that-x-means-on-messages/#:~:text=The%20custom%20of%20having%20an,is%20written%2C%20rather%20than%20spoken</a>.

It's amazing how many differences there are! American English and British English - same language ... or is it?? The images used in the video are all in the public domain. Some of the photographic content is 'licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 Unported license.' Sources: <a href="https://www.thoughtco.com/american-english-to-british-english-401026">https://www.thoughtco.com/american-english-to-british-english-401026</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_words_having_different_meanings_in_American_and_British_English_(A%E2%80%93L">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_words_having_different_meanings_in_American_and_British_English_(A%E2%80%93L</a>) <a href="https://jobs.oneglobe.life/british-english-and-american-english">https://jobs.oneglobe.life/british-english-and-american-english</a>/

It's amazing how many differences there are! American English and British English - same language ... or is it? All images used are in the public domain. Sources: <a href="https://www.thoughtco.com/american-english-to-british-english-4010264">https://www.thoughtco.com/american-english-to-british-english-4010264</a> | <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_words_having_different_meanings_in_American_and_British_English_(A%E2%80%93L">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_words_having_different_meanings_in_American_and_British_English_(A%E2%80%93L</a>)