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The Most Important Differences Between British and American English - TEFL Blog
Wed, 17 Apr 2019 Linda Dunsmore
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The Most Important Differences Between British and American English
American English and British English are two varieties which are taught in English teaching programs around the world. Although it is accepted that no one version is corrected, there are certainly preferences in use. Someone who can speak, read or understand one variety of English, he/she'll also probably be able to understand most of the other varieties without problem.
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Pronunciation differences
Vocabulary differences
Spelling differences
Grammar differences
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ESL Education in Turkey: ✅ British English vs. American English - TEFL Blog
Tue, 27 Apr 2021 Elizaveta Pachina
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ESL Education in Turkey: ✅ British English vs. American English
Today, English has become a common language of people with different native languages in many fields such as science, aviation, communication, and commerce. For this reason, knowledge of English has become a necessity for those who want to pursue an academic career or who want to work in internationally recognized business sectors. This fact puts English in the first place among the officially taught foreign languages in most countries. But which English should be referenced in English education? British or American English? The answer to this question is not clear in Turkey yet. In seeking a heuristic explanation, one can dwell on... [Read more]
The Biggest Differences Between British English and American English - TEFL Blog
Mon, 23 Sep 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
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The Biggest Differences Between British English and American English
While both Americans and the British speak English, there are a few variations in the language which can cause some confusion for non-native speakers. Therefore, it is important to take a look at the most notable differences between these two versions of the English language.
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Spelling
Grammar
Pronunciation
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How Important is the Difference Between American English and British English for EFL Learners? - TEFL Blog
Mon, 17 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
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How Important is the Difference Between American English and British English for EFL Learners?
This summative essay will exam the importance of teaching the differences between American English and British English for EFL learners. I will examine the intention behind teaching these differences, and when these teachings should be applied, and to what effect and purpose. This essay will focus primarily on the problems of pronunciation and spelling, which are the two main differences. I am a British citizen, born and raised in London, England, and currently teach at a public high school in Tokyo.
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Spelling
Challenges for Beginners and Intermediate Learners
What do Students Think?
Grammar
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D. S. - Germany said:
British English vs American English The English language consists of two major variations.
One is British English, which is spoken in the UK, and the other variation is American English.
British English has its origin in the UK and includes several dialects within the UK.
British English is often referred to as Oxford English, which is one of the dialects. Usually, this is the variation taught as a foreign language at public schools throughout Europe.... [Read more]
Principal Differences Between British English and American English - TEFL Blog
Mon, 07 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
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Principal Differences Between British English and American English
For a student learning English as a second language, one thing they may notice is the difference in the accents between British English and American English, the difference is rather pronounced considering it has been less than two hundred and fifty years since the American Revolution. The American accent is likely to be more familiar to many students, thanks to many American movies from Hollywood.
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The Problem of Accents in English
The History of English
When it comes to spelling there are several differences
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Comparing British and American Standards of English - TEFL Blog
Tue, 24 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
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Comparing British and American Standards of English
Why are British and American versions of English so different? British and American English, while, broadly speaking, are mutually intelligible (each party can understand and communicate with each other), there are notable differences that make one wonder why there is a difference at all? In this essay, I'll briefly discuss some key differences in these two dialects, and further, provide reasons and evidence explaining said differences.
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Differences between variants
Reasons of variants derivation
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V.R. & P.L - Laos said:
British English vs American EnglishIntro
English is spoken worldwide, either as the mother tongue or second language. Consequently a substantial variety of different dialects exist in the English language. Two most widely recognised of these dialects used when teaching TEFL are British English (BE), defined as the form of English used in the united kingdom, and American English (AE) the particular form of English used in the united states
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One More Look at American English and British English - TEFL Blog
Wed, 07 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
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One More Look at American English and British English
The United States and the United Kingdom's imperial histories and modern influences have had a significant effect on the English wording. Since English was exported to different countries across the world, the language has undergone different variations, the most common one being the British English vs. American English. The British introduced the language to Americans in the 17th century. At that time, the spelling had not been standardized. Given the number of regions where English is used, differences are bound to arise. Even though British and American English may seem similar, there are disparities in vocabulary, spelling, and grammar.
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Reasons Why TEFL Teachers Need to Know British English and American English - TEFL Blog
Tue, 24 Sep 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
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Reasons Why TEFL Teachers Need to Know British English and American English
English is a demanding language because there are so many regional English words and pronunciations which require a great receptive skill to receive and understand for example can't in the UK is pronounced |kÉ‘Ënt|and in the US is pronounced |kænt |. The same English language, it is spoken quite differently; in the UK there is different pronunciation between the English spoken in Glasgow, London or Cardiff. It is also different in countries that have it as a primary language, such as Ghana, South Africa, Nigeria, and New Zealand. For EFL students, Listening becomes a bit of a challenge, because of these pronunciation differences.
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Some of the differences between American English and British English
British and American English differs in several ways that encompass vocabulary, grammarand spelling, and a student is not wrong if they use either version. Teachers should teach the English that they themselves speak but also have an awareness of the differences between the two. If a teacher is required to teach a course book that is in a version of English different to their own, then they should teach the English used in the book.
Some of the differences in vocabulary covered in this graphic are fairly well known such as ‘pavement’ (GB) and ‘sidewalk’ (US), others not so much as in the case of ‘fortnight’ (GB) and ‘two weeks’ (US). While the differences between the two... [Read more]
British English vs American English. Which is Better? - TEFL Blog
Thu, 25 Apr 2019 Jon ITTT
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British English vs American English. Which is Better?
As more and more countries place a growing importance on its people to learn English as a secondary language, for work purposes or for general use, there is a growing debate about which is the better English to learn - British English or American English.
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Both versions are essentially the same
Prioritise teaching "Good English"
Certain students may need specific versions of English
Points to consider when choosing a version to teach
Exploring the differences can be an interesting lesson
Don't get obsessed with minor differences
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The Striking Differences Between BrE and AmE - TEFL Blog
Fri, 28 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
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The Striking Differences Between BrE and AmE
When we talk about the English language, we are referring to its base form or proper English as the Brits would say. American English is a version of British English, which has been modified over time and has thus been altered to suit the different geographical locations, different culture and so on.
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Lexical Differences
Grammar Structure
Spelling
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There are several areas of the English language which present the most noticeable differences and these are in vocabulary, grammar, and spelling.
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American and British English: Color or Colour? A Brief History and Notable Differences - TEFL Blog
Wed, 10 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
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American and British English: Color or Colour? A Brief History and Notable Differences
English is a language that, like other languages, has a rich history dating back thousands of years. Sort of mash-up of ancient Germanic languages and Roman Latin, English is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world thanks to the spread of British and American influence across the world over the last several hundred years. It is a tricky language, infamous for its many exceptions and grammatical nuances. While English, compared to some languages, has a relatively low variation between regional dialects (low enough for speakers of radically different dialects to understand each other at least partially), these differences can be... [Read more]
Why Teachers Need to Be Careful with British English and American English - TEFL Blog
Mon, 13 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Why Teachers Need to Be Careful with British English and American English
Learning English is very difficult, there are many various grammatical and spelling differences between the English spoken throughout the world. Most notably is British and American English grammar. There are also differences in the pronunciation and meanings of many words. While you would think learning English would be a simple task, it is not, after all how different can English be from English? There are a few additional factors - Canadian, Australian, South African, Indian English, etc. have their own differences, these are differences that must be taken into consideration while you study the English Language.
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Historical Reasons for The English Diversity - TEFL Blog
Mon, 24 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Historical Reasons for The English Diversity
British versus American English is a subject that encompasses a number of fields, including linguistics, history, archaeology, geography, and the study of the history of the English language. British English has a deep foundation that stretches back into time to the advent of the Indo-Europeans, and while America can claim this as well, the language was, for the most part, very close to its modern form by the age of exploration. That being said, many archaic forms of words and grammar were still in use during the age of exploration and spelling was not standardized when the great voyages and colonization of the Americas began.
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Historical Changes
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American English vs. British English: Do Students Need Both? TEFL Blog
Mon, 06 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
American English vs. British English: Do Students Need Both?
It's quite weird and confusing that English is different in different places. Many students are being taught in one way, while others in another way. Sooner or later they all face some problems in real-life communication. So, the question is, do they need to learn different versions of English or not?
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Confusion breeds confusion
That strange English spelling
British Grammar vs. American Grammar
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F.A. - U.S.A. said:
British vs American EnglishBritish English abbreviated as BrE is the form of English used in the united kingdom and it comprises of all the English languages used within the UK. American English on the other hand is abbreviated as AmE and it?s the form of English used in the united states including all English dialects used with the US. American English and British English are the most taught English varieties in most EFL/ESL programs. There are several... [Read more]
Should I teach British English or American English? - TEFL Blog
Fri, 31 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Should I teach British English or American English?
As a professional English tutor, every now and then this question rises up: should I teach British English or American English? Before we answer the question, let's see how many versions of English exist:
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What are the differences?
We categorize the differences in for main groups:
Which one should be taught?
Well, it depends:
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A. M. - U.S.A. said:
British English Vs. American English British English and American English began to diverge in 1607, with the founding of the first American colony. Some of the major ways in which these two dialects have deviated include pronunciation, vocabulary, spelling, idioms, and the formatting of dates and numbers. [1] Of these differences, most are mutually intelligible by speakers of both dialects (i.e., ?colour? versus ?color?), but the... [Read more]
English Variants: British vs. American - TEFL Blog
Wed, 19 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
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English Variants: British vs. American
In this essay, we are going to talk about two different versions of English which are American and British English.
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HISTORY
ACCENT
General American:
General British:
VOCABULARY
SPELLING
GRAMMAR
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HISTORY
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English in The United Kingdom and in The United States of America - TEFL Blog
Tue, 18 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
English in The United Kingdom and in The United States of America
When I started my ITTT classes, I wasn't totally sure of the difference between British English and American English. I knew there were accents and pronunciation differences, but it seemed like no big deal. Then I learned more about grammar, vocabulary, idioms, and spelling. When you speak to someone who has never spoken or has very little knowledge of the two, I can see how things get really confusing. British English is a bit more formal and follows the Kings English, where American English is a little bit more laid back.
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Defined by Merriam-Webster dictionary:
Especially:
Defined by Merriam-Webster dictionary:
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British English vs. American English: Which Variation Is Better to Learn? - TEFL Blog
Fri, 21 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
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British English vs. American English: Which Variation Is Better to Learn?
English is one of the most dynamic languages on the planet, which develops every day. Therefore, there are a lot of variations of the English language. Which kind of English should we learn?
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English Variants
There are many differences between American and British English.
Moreover, American English was formed under the influence of immigrants' pronunciation from various countries.
Now let's have a quick look at the differences in grammar.
Why should we study British English instead of American?
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The Linguistic Division of English - TEFL Blog
Tue, 11 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
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The Linguistic Division of English
Language is rarely uniform. Especially when spread out over a great distance, rifts form in a language which causes dialectical differences, which are sometimes extreme. Such is especially true of the English language: several qualities divide American, British, and Australian English. Many of these differences developed inevitably over time, due to geographic and cultural separation. However, several factors contributed to the language differences between these areas. This paper will examine these differences and the reasons for them, focusing on the dialects of Britain and America.
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The History of English
American vs. British
Differences in Writing
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Which ‘English’ Should I Teach? - TEFL Blog
Thu, 12 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
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Which ‘English’ Should I Teach?
English is a language that has a variety of dialects: particularly, there are three different major English segments. English (American ), English (Australian), and English (British or Uk). The three segments have differences in the way they are written and spoken. In this article, I will compare American English versus British English and my own experience with these two.
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British English
American English
My Experience
Training Course
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Common Studies of the English Language Variants - TEFL Blog
Fri, 19 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
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Common Studies of the English Language Variants
The new paradigm of teacher training in the system of higher pedagogical education is the concept of psychological and pedagogical training of a teacher as a holder of world culture. The study of foreign languages expands intercultural, inter-ethnic communication. The use of the linguistic-cultural component in the adaptation of educational language programs allows you to implement the principle of communication, to organize interested communication and interaction of students in the language and, thus, open access to the culture of other people and provide a dialogue of cultures.
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Linguistics and Culture
Preferred Variant of English
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The Differences Between British English and American English, and How to Teach It - TEFL Blog
Wed, 10 Apr 2019 Mark Crocker
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The Differences Between British English and American English, and How to Teach It
How to teach the differences between American English and British English can be quite fun for the teacher and students alike. The differences are very interesting and cool to discover. I know that as an American I find it quite amusing to see what British speakers say compared to Americans.
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Biscuit or Cookie? The Differences in British and American Words
Color or Colour? The Differences in Spelling
Teaching Ideas for the Classroom
Teachers Should Be Familiar With Both Forms of the Language
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An Australian Amongst American Textbooks in Japan: ✅ Teaching in a Country that Values American English - TEFL Blog
Tue, 15 Dec 2020 Maddy Payne
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An Australian Amongst American Textbooks in Japan: ✅ Teaching in a Country that Values American English
Assistant Language Teachers in Japan come from different countries worldwide, bringing different kinds of English with them. In my experience, American English is often the most sought-after version of English. Some countries highly value Language Teachers from the USA, which often matches their American-style textbooks and resources. Sometimes people are even overlooked for job opportunities due to their Australian accent and British English background. Well, Japan is no different in this regard. Many Japanese schools hold American English in high regard, so what is it like being an Australian-English... [Read more]
Reasons Why Learning American English is More Common in Japan - TEFL Blog
Mon, 17 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Reasons Why Learning American English is More Common in Japan
British English (BrE) and American English (AmE) are two of the main varieties of the English language. There are other different varieties of English that exist such as Canadian, Australian, New Zealand, South Asian and African English.
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Language Structure
1. Vocabulary and Spelling
2. Grammar
Historical Prerequisits
Diplomatic Relationships
Globalization
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The Competence Between British English and American English - TEFL Blog
Mon, 18 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
The Competence Between British English and American English
Many people who speak English are aware of the fact that American English and British English are similar yet different. There have been many debates about which one is better or correct. Some ways of speaking might be different if one would be speaking British English compared to American English.
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Spelling Rules
Naming
Phonetics
Knowing the Differences
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