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Have you ever walked the streets of London, Manchester or Edinburgh and wondered what in the world people were saying? It's more than the accent; there are some common UK expressions that are uniquely British. These slang terms can be a bit confusing at first. Usually, if you hear them once, you'll remember them the next time. Here are some British phrases to get you through your early days in the UK. The rest you'll pick up as you go.

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Confused by the differences between British vs American words and slang? These translations will help you understand common British phrases. | British vs American slang | Common British sayings list | British words list | British vs American sayings | Moving to the UK tips | Moving to London tips | Life in the UK tips | British English vs American English words list |

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This guide to British sayings, funny British phrases, dirty expressions, slang words, and more will not only help you understand what the people of England, Wales, and Scotland are saying, but it’ll also help you pass for a local if need be.

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This table highlights the British trait of being too polite to speak one's mind If the vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar weren’t hard enough, this table sheds light on just how difficult it can be for a foreigner to understand what the British really mean when they're speaking. A very important lesson not taught at school.

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