Saturday, March 30, 2013

Australian verses American English

I've been having fun finding out the difference between Aussie terms and sayings, compared to the US. Can you add to my list?

Boot -Trunk
Bench space - Counter space

Lounge room - Living room
Ute - Pick up

Sealed - Paved
Trolley - Cart

Mobile - Cell (we all know this one) :)
I'm sure there are lots more. If I think of any I'll add to this list.

Adding to the list:

Gas-Fuel-Petrol

In knitting, US is bind off, and Au Cast off.
Footpath sidewalk

Tourist bus, trolley.

Barbeque- Bar B- Grill

Cot-crib-Bassinet

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