English language is spoken all over the world. American English and British English are the two main varieties of English. But there are various differences between these two varieties of English language. Now question arises what these differences are. The main differences between British and American English are in vocabulary, spelling, grammar and pronunciation. It is also important to mention that neither the Britishers nor Americans have any problem with these varieties of English language. A Britisher can easily understand American English. On the other hand Americans can easily read and understand British books and newspapers. Popular American TV programs are very popular in Britain. It is clear that these two varieties of English don't create any problem when it comes to understand the English language.
Now it would be interesting to know about these differences between American and British English. As I have mentioned above that main differences in both varieties of English language are in vocabulary, spelling grammar and pronunciation. so firstly I discuss the differences in vocabulary.
American English British English
Antenna is Aerial
Airplane is Aeroplane(no 'e' in American English)
Fall is Autumn
Allowance is Pocket money
Apartment is Flat
Baggage is Luggage
Restroom is Toilet
Beet is Beetroot
Batter is Batsman
Can is Tin
Car park is Parking lot
Talk Show is Chat Show
Cell phone is Mobile Phone
Check is Tick
Candy is Sweets
Store is Shop
For rent is To let
Railroad is Railway
Purse is Handbag
Vacation is Holiday
Elevator is Lift
Grade is Mark
Diaper is Nappy
Bill is Note
License Plate is Number Plate
