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The fight for the modern dictionary, with Stefan Fatsis

1123. This week, we talk with author and self-described “word freak” Stefan Fatsis about his book "Unabridged." He shares his experience embedding at Merriam-Webster to become a lexicographer, sharing the contrast between the company's 1940s headquarters and the modern digital bu ... Show More

32m 52s

Oct 7

‘Math’ versus ‘maths’ and other British differences. ‘Spendthrift’ means what?

1122. This week, we look at two subtle but persistent differences between American and British English: why Americans say "math" and Brits say "maths," and why Americans are "in the hospital" while Brits are "in hospital." Then, we look at the historical meaning of the word "spen ... Show More

13m 22s

Oct 2

Why ‘Useless Etymology’ gives you super powers, with Jess Zafarris

1121. This week, we talk with Jess Zafarris about her book “Useless Etymology.” We look at three ways she says etymology gives you superpowers. We also look at the origins of simple words and learn why “girl” didn't always mean a female child, the unexpected historical figures be ... Show More

33m 23s

Jun 2020

Should I learn British or American English? | How are they different?

Students ask me all the time if they should learn British English or American English, and in this video you'll discover the real differences between UK and US English and how it's not about language rules, it's about culture. You will discover how they are different and if you s ... Show More

20m 39s

Feb 2020

#25: What's The Difference Between Great Britain and The United Kingdom?

Confused about the difference between Great Britain and The United Kingdom, and always wondered when to call someone British instead of English, Scottish, Welsh or Irish? Let's clear it up, and explain how we got to this, admittedly, pretty complicated situation.In today's epis ... Show More

17m 39s

Jun 2021

Level 2.169 What is Britishness?

How do the people of England, Scotland and Wales identify themselves?

3m 58s

Mar 2017

#002 English Accents - Why are British and American so Different

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12m 47s

Jun 2019

#094 American vs. British Vocabulary Differences #2

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10m 30s

Aug 2023

British and American English

Catherine and Doug discuss British and American English

6m 7s

Jun 2019

#093 American vs British English - Vocabulary Differences

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13m 17s

Mar 2019

Business English

Business English learners.. Business English teaching.. Business English teachers.. why Business English is distinctive ?

7 m

177 Why Are British English and American...