There are many British words which are different to American words. For example: A lorry is a slimmer truck. A lift is an elevator. A fortnight is two weeks. A…
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Although spelt differently, are “Marry”, “Merry” and “Mary” pronounced differently? British English In British English (Received Pronunciation), the differences are as follows: Marry [ˈmær.i] rhymes with “carry” Merry…
British vs American vs Singapore English What does Lee Kuan Yew say: “There is an intense worldwide competition for talent, especially for English-speaking skilled professionals, managers and executives. Our…
This table highlights the British trait of being too polite to speak one’s mind If the vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar weren’t hard enough, this table sheds light on just how…
I really do wonder why certain British ex-pats [A. Case(y) in point] disrespect Singapore and Singaporeans. Look at how much Singapore make the British feel at home: The Union Flag is…
This was an interesting question I was asked from a student today. The Singapore National Day celebrations are fast approaching, but what happens in the UK? The short answer is:…