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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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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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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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I absolutely love being British and I'm not ashamed to say that I'm pretty much guilty of every stereotype on this list! That's not to say that every Brit is guilty of these stereotypes of course but it's what we're most known and loved for around the world. Here are the top 10 British stereotypes that are actually true!

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#England #BritishEnglish #uk Learning to speak English is one thing, learning to speak British English like a native is quite another. With a bewildering variety of slang phrases and idioms, the Brits have a way of expressing themselves that can leave the

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I just love British people, and one of my dreams is to fly over the Atlantic pond and travel through all of Britain for a few months. If I ever decide to make the move, meaning when my kids are old enough so I can safely leave home for a while, I’ll make sure to […] Click This Link for the Full Post > How To Insult Like the British

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Common expressions like 'I'll bear it in mind' and 'with the greatest respect' were shown to Britons and Americans by YouGov Omnibus. The groups were then asked how they interpreted the phrase.

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When you ask people what they think about British accents, most of them either love ‘em or find them amusing. While some of us are busy swooning over people speaking like Hugh Grant, some Twitter users have pointed out that far from every Brit speaks like they’re Victorian gentlemen and ladies.

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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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John Howarth on Instagram: "Do you know any other British slang expressions? Tell me in the comments. In this reel: 1. Mates: Definition: “Mates” is a casual term used to refer to friends or companions. Example: “I’m going to the movies with my mates tonight.” 2. Gutted: Definition: “Gutted” is a slang term used to describe a feeling of extreme disappointment or sadness. Example: “I was gutted when I found out I didn’t get the job.” 3. Skint: Definition: “Skint” is a slang term used to…

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