a British Vocabulary Lesson

Since my very first trip to Scotland in December 2010, I have had a growing list of British vocabulary in the back of my head.

I have learned that it is important to at least attempt to use their vocabulary because it could lead to some awkward situations if you do not.

For example, during my first visit. I was playing with Ian's "wee" niece, Katy, in the back "garden." She fell down on her "bum," and got really upset. We went inside to find Nana Wendy. Nana Wendy asked what happened, and, unfortunately, I replied "She fell down and hurt her fanny." Nana Wendy's eyes grew very large and she gasped.

It wasn't until months later that I found out the British meaning of the word "fanny."

Ian and I were at a theme park and I pointed out a lady with a "fanny pack." Ian's eyes also grew very large and he also gasped. Why? Well, because the word "fanny" actually means "vagina" in Britain.

Kill me.

So, I have developed a running list of British vocabulary.

British                    American

Mobile	Cell Phone
Fag	Cigarette
Bum	Bottom, ass, behind (you get the picture)
Chips	French Fries
Crisps	Chips
Boot	Trunk of a car
Knickers	Panties
Pants	Underwear
Lorry	Truck
Lift	Elevator
Chemist	Pharmacist
Trousers	Pants
Jumper	Sweater
Trainers	Tennis Shoes
Nappy	Diaper
Holiday	Vacation
Car Park	Parking Lot
Petrol	Gas
Scone	Biscuit
Bangers	Sausage
Sweeties	Candy
Ice Lolly	Popsicle
BIscuit	Cookie
Toilet	Bathroom
Bin	Trash Can
And most importantly:
Football (pronounced"fitball")	Soccer

Hopefully this list might help you if you choose to travel to GB. 

XOXO-Kels