We have previously looked at the differences between American English and British English, but today we are going to focus on something a little different. What are the differences between American English and Australian English? Let’s take a look!
American English | Australian English | Definition |
| Parking lot | Car Park | This is a large area, usually in front of stores, where you can park your car. |
| Letter opener | Paper knife | This is a long knife-like object that is used to open mail. |
| Pot luck dinner | Bring a plate | This is a party where each guest brings a dish with them. |
| Gas Station | Service Station (Servo) | This is a place where people can put gas/petrol in their cars. In Australia, it is commonly referred to as a ‘servo.’ |
| Sidewalk | Footpath | This is a dedicated area on the side of the road for pedestrians. It helps keep them away from traffic to avoid accidents. |
| Trash can | Garbage bin | As the names imply, this is a can/bin where you put all of the waste. |
Although American English is more widely heard and known from films and television, it is useful to familiarize yourself with other versions of English so you can understand a variety of accents and local expressions.
So, what’s your favourite version of English?
