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My goal is to learn British English because I'm going to study there. I've found a good book about English phrases. However, the book is originally from the US. Is there a difference between American and British phrases ? The book contains such phrases as: Update: meaning that, if I learn those phrases from the American book, I will not be able to use them in the UK? |
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All of the phrases that you've listed above will be frequently used by British people and understood by British people. Moreover, because American television and films are so widespread, I doubt whether there are any American phrases that would not be understood in Britain. The only exceptions might be references to American history or geography, such as "remember the Alamo", "49th parallel" and "Benedict Arnold". So go ahead and learn the phrases in your American book. They will stand you in good stead in the UK. |
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Yes. In fact, American English (AmE) is substantially different from British English (BrE). Words, word-usage, spellings, pronunciation and above all, idioms vary widely across geographies and what is generally accepted as AmE relies more on the American usage and idiom. The fact that the book was probably published in the US doesn't mean it is AmE; it could be standard English generally understood world-wide. It is most likely not BrE, though. As you are focused on learning British English, it would be prudent to consult an authentic British publication or at least a standard International edition. |
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