Berikut beberapa contoh perbedaan kosakata antara British English (BrE) dengan American English (AmE) :
* British English (BrE) * American English (AmE)
> Centre > Center
> Lift > Elevator
> Boot > Trunk
> Autumn > Fail
> Litter > Garbage
> Crossroad > Crossing
> Trousers > Pants
> Bumper > Fender
> Lorry > Truck
> Pavement > Sidewalk
> Car park > Parking lot
> Fly over > Over pass
> Gear box > Transmission
> Articulated lorry > Trailer truck
> Bonnet > Hood
> Football > Soccer
> Biscuit > Cookie
> Cab > Taxi
> Rubber > Eraser
> Telegram > Wire
> Post > Mail
> Label > Tag
> Rubish > Garage
> Holiday > Vacation
> Mam > Mom
> Torch > Flashlight
> Larder > Pantry
> Parcel > Package
> Pudding > Dessert
> Caravan > Trailer
> Garden > Yard
> Jug > Pitcher
> Gangway > Aisle
> Handbag > Purse / Pocket Book
> Petrol > Gasoline / Gas
> Sitting Room > Living Room
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