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British English

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July 3rd 2009
British English and expressions are a little different than the Canadian English we're used to. For example, instead of "Exit" signs, the tubes show you the "Way Out" ... like you're back in the 60's. In Canada we Yield, whereas the British “Give Way”. There are also quaint place names and street names. Many places names also don't sound anything like they are spelled. Does "w ... read more

Europe » United Kingdom » England » Greater London » London City

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Great Britain, the dominant industrial and maritime power of the 19th century, played a leading role in developing parliamentary democracy and in advancing literature and science. At its zenith, the British Empire stretched over one-fourth of the ear... ... read more