Vocabulary: British vs American English differences

English · C1 · Lesson 51 · 20 words

A complete lesson on British vs American English differences — vocabulary, grammar, and practice exercises all in one. After this lesson, you'll be able to talk about British vs American English differences with confidence. Build your British vs American English differences vocabulary with 20 new words and expressions. Practice with audio from native speakers and reinforce with exercises.

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accommodate

accommodate

verb

provide lodging

comprehensive

adjective

thorough

contemplate

verb

think deeply about

distinction

noun

difference

indigenous

adjective

native or original

subtle

adjective

delicate or understated

assimilate

event; happening

discrepancy

difference

fluctuate

combine

obsolete

No longer in use

coherent

adjective

logical

intricate

adjective

complicated

prevalent

adjective

impartiality

vernacular

noun

everyday spoken language of a region

terminology

noun

navigate

diverge

verb

find your way through

standardization

noun

cross-cultural

perpetuate

verb

involving different cultures

etymology

noun

taboo

pedagogy

noun

forbidden or prohibited