Briton blamed American's cowboy abusing British's English

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• （欣贺盈盈一笑震乾坤）The Fox and the Grapes - 古树羽音 - ♀   (7893 bytes) (5479 reads) 09/17/2023  16:19:06 (5)

• 大谢羽音老师！您实在给了我一个大惊喜！好久不见。热烈欢迎回美坛！：）） - 盈盈一笑间 - ♀   (0 bytes) (2 reads) 09/17/2023  17:14:12

 

 

• You made me smile from ear to ear! - TJKCB - ♀   (0 bytes) (1 reads) 09/17/2023  19:09:24

• 我也很开心！顺便学习一下，在这里，可以使用laughing 这个词替代smile吗？ - 古树羽音 - ♀   (0 bytes) (5 reads) 09/17/2023  19:15:58 (1)

• not really inter-exchange as subtle meaning. - TJKCB - ♀   (77 bytes) (4 reads) 09/17/2023  21:27:33

• 原来是这样的区别啊！天呐，到目前为止，我出了多少丑！还是学习好，差一点一辈子出丑。看来小学生来学并不晚，什么时候都不晚。 - 古树羽音 - ♀   (0 bytes) (2 reads) 09/17/2023  21:44:33 (1)

• choice between laughing and smiling in different situations - TJKCB - ♀   (34140 bytes) (1 reads) 09/18/2023  12:47:05

• to guide the choice between laughing and smiling - TJKCB - ♀   (52834 bytes) (0 reads) 09/18/2023  12:52:16

 

Britons blamed American's cowboy style for abusing British's beautiful and classy English expression. Can you explore and name a few situations of comparison between British English and American English? 

 

British English and American English have several differences in terms of vocabulary, pronunciation, and even grammar. These differences have developed over time due to historical, cultural, and regional factors. Here are a few situations where you can compare British English and American English:

Vocabulary:

Colour vs. Color: In British English, it's "colour," while in American English, it's "color."
Centre vs. Center: The British use "centre," whereas Americans use "center."
Lorry vs. Truck: In the UK, it's a "lorry," but in the US, it's a "truck."

Spelling:

-re vs. -er: British English often uses "-re" spellings, like "centre" and "metre," while American English opts for "-er" spellings, such as "center" and "meter."

Pronunciation:

Herb: In British English, the "h" in "herb" is silent, while in American English, it's pronounced.

Collective Nouns:

Singular or Plural Agreement: In British English, collective nouns like "team" or "family" are often treated as plural ("The team are playing well"). In American English, they are treated as singular ("The team is playing well").

Use of Articles:

Zero Article: Americans may use the zero article in certain situations where Britons might use "the." For example, Americans might say "go to hospital" instead of "go to the hospital."

Slang and Idioms:

Different Expressions: Each version of English has its own unique slang and idiomatic expressions. For example, "biscuit" in the UK refers to what Americans call a "cookie," while in the US, "biscuit" is a type of bread roll.

Punctuation:

Quotation Marks: In American English, double quotation marks are commonly used for direct speech, while in British English, single quotation marks are preferred.

Grammar and Verb Usage:

Past Simple vs. Present Perfect: American English tends to use the past simple tense more often, while British English often uses the present perfect for actions that have relevance to the present.

Measurements:

Imperial vs. Metric: The UK primarily uses the metric system for measurements, while the US still uses the imperial system for many things, such as distance (miles vs. kilometers) and temperature (Fahrenheit vs. Celsius).

Date Format:

Day/Month/Year vs. Month/Day/Year: British English typically uses the day/month/year format (e.g., 15/09/2023), whereas American English uses the month/day/year format (e.g., 09/15/2023).

"The choice between laughing and smiling in different situations depends on the context and the emotions you want to convey. Here's a general guideline for when to use each:

Laughing: Humor and Amusement: Laughing is the appropriate response when you find something genuinely funny or amusing. It expresses your enjoyment of the situation or the joke. Sharing Joy: Laughing together with others can create a sense of camaraderie and shared enjoyment. It's a way to connect with people over a humorous moment. Reacting to Comedy: When watching a comedy show, a funny movie, or a stand-up performance, it's natural to laugh in response to jokes and comedic situations.

Smiling: Friendliness and Approachability: A smile is a warm and friendly gesture. Use it in everyday social interactions to convey approachability and goodwill. Greeting and Acknowledgment: Smile when you meet someone or when you want to acknowledge their presence in a friendly manner. It's a universal sign of welcome. Expressing Happiness: Smiling is a way to express your happiness or contentment in various situations, from receiving good news to enjoying a beautiful day. Professional Situations: In many professional settings, a smile can be more appropriate than laughter. It conveys professionalism and positive demeanor without being overly informal.

In summary, laughing is typically associated with humor and amusement, while smiling is a more versatile expression used for friendliness, acknowledgment, happiness, and in various everyday situations. The choice between the two should align with the emotions and atmosphere of the moment.

** 

Takehome: here are some words and phrases that can be used to guide the choice between laughing and smiling in different situations:

Laughing:

Chuckles: Chuckles are often spontaneous and light-hearted, expressing amusement or a mild sense of humor.

Guffaws: Guffaws are hearty, loud laughs typically associated with finding something extremely funny or entertaining.

Laughter: A general term encompassing various forms of audible amusement, laughter can range from a giggle to a full-blown belly laugh.

Giggles: Giggles are soft, often girlish laughs that convey a sense of innocence or playfulness.

Cackling: Cackling is a distinctive, often slightly sinister form of laughter, suggesting amusement with a mischievous or wicked edge.

Smiling:

Grin: A grin is a broad, often cheeky smile that can convey happiness, satisfaction, or even a touch of mischief.

Beam: To beam is to smile radiantly, suggesting great happiness or pride in a situation.

Smirk: A smirk is a sly, often self-satisfied smile that can indicate amusement or subtle satisfaction.

Smile: A genuine and straightforward expression of happiness or friendliness.

Mona Lisa Smile: A subtle, enigmatic smile, often used to describe a smile that holds a hint of mystery or hidden emotion.

Warmth: A warm smile conveys genuine friendliness, approachability, and kindness.

Professional Demeanor: In professional contexts, maintaining a composed and courteous demeanor may involve a polite smile rather than overt laughter.

Acknowledgment: A smile can serve as a non-verbal way to acknowledge someone's presence or a gesture of recognition.

In essence, the choice of words and expressions for laughter and smiling can help convey the specific nuances and emotions associated with each. These terms can be used to guide the appropriate response based on the context and the desired tone of the interaction.

 

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Reading the following post and related questions got me up to this follow-up post:

? （欣贺盈盈一笑震乾坤）The Fox and the Grapes - 古树羽音 - 给 古树羽音 发送悄悄话 古树羽音 的博客首页 (7893 bytes) (5479 reads) 09/17/2023 16:19:06 (5)

? 大谢羽音老师！您实在给了我一个大惊喜！好久不见。热烈欢迎回美坛！：）） - 盈盈一笑间 - 给 盈盈一笑间 发送悄悄话 盈盈一笑间 的博客首页 (0 bytes) (2 reads) 09/17/2023 17:14:12





? You made me smile from ear to ear! - TJKCB - 给 TJKCB 发送悄悄话 TJKCB 的博客首页 (0 bytes) (1 reads) 09/17/2023 19:09:24

? 我也很开心！顺便学习一下，在这里，可以使用laughing 这个词替代smile吗？ - 古树羽音 - 给 古树羽音 发送悄悄话 古树羽音 的博客首页 (0 bytes) (5 reads) 09/17/2023 19:15:58 (1)

? not really inter-exchange as subtle meaning. - TJKCB - 给 TJKCB 发送悄悄话 TJKCB 的博客首页 (77 bytes) (4 reads) 09/17/2023 21:27:33

? 原来是这样的区别啊！天呐，到目前为止，我出了多少丑！还是学习好，差一点一辈子出丑。看来小学生来学并不晚，什么时候都不晚。 - 古树羽音 - 给 古树羽音 发送悄悄话 古树羽音 的博客首页 (0 bytes) (2 reads) 09/17/2023 21:44:33 (1)

? choice between laughing and smiling in different situations - TJKCB - 给 TJKCB 发送悄悄话 TJKCB 的博客首页 (34140 bytes) (1 reads) 09/18/2023 12:47:05

? to guide the choice between laughing and smiling - TJKCB - 给 TJKCB 发送悄悄话 TJKCB 的博客首页 (52834 bytes) (0 reads) 09/18/2023 12:52:16



Britons blamed American's cowboy style for abusing British's beautiful and classy English expression. Can you explore and name a few situations of comparison between British English and American English?



British English and American English have several differences in terms of vocabulary, pronunciation, and even grammar. These differences have developed over time due to historical, cultural, and regional factors. Here are a few situations where you can compare British English and American English:

Vocabulary:

Colour vs. Color: In British English, it's "colour," while in American English, it's "color."
Centre vs. Center: The British use "centre," whereas Americans use "center."
Lorry vs. Truck: In the UK, it's a "lorry," but in the US, it's a "truck."

Spelling:

-re vs. -er: British English often uses "-re" spellings, like "centre" and "metre," while American English opts for "-er" spellings, such as "center" and "meter."

Pronunciation:

Herb: In British English, the "h" in "herb" is silent, while in American English, it's pronounced.

Collective Nouns:

Singular or Plural Agreement: In British English, collective nouns like "team" or "family" are often treated as plural ("The team are playing well"). In American English, they are treated as singular ("The team is playing well").

Use of Articles:

Zero Article: Americans may use the zero article in certain situations where Britons might use "the." For example, Americans might say "go to hospital" instead of "go to the hospital."

Slang and Idioms:

Different Expressions: Each version of English has its own unique slang and idiomatic expressions. For example, "biscuit" in the UK refers to what Americans call a "cookie," while in the US, "biscuit" is a type of bread roll.

Punctuation:

Quotation Marks: In American English, double quotation marks are commonly used for direct speech, while in British English, single quotation marks are preferred.

Grammar and Verb Usage:

Past Simple vs. Present Perfect: American English tends to use the past simple tense more often, while British English often uses the present perfect for actions that have relevance to the present.

Measurements:

Imperial vs. Metric: The UK primarily uses the metric system for measurements, while the US still uses the imperial system for many things, such as distance (miles vs. kilometers) and temperature (Fahrenheit vs. Celsius).

Date Format:

Day/Month/Year vs. Month/Day/Year: British English typically uses the day/month/year format (e.g., 15/09/2023), whereas American English uses the month/day/year format (e.g., 09/15/2023).

"The choice between laughing and smiling in different situations depends on the context and the emotions you want to convey. Here's a general guideline for when to use each:

Laughing: Humor and Amusement: Laughing is the appropriate response when you find something genuinely funny or amusing. It expresses your enjoyment of the situation or the joke. Sharing Joy: Laughing together with others can create a sense of camaraderie and shared enjoyment. It's a way to connect with people over a humorous moment. Reacting to Comedy: When watching a comedy show, a funny movie, or a stand-up performance, it's natural to laugh in response to jokes and comedic situations.

Smiling: Friendliness and Approachability: A smile is a warm and friendly gesture. Use it in everyday social interactions to convey approachability and goodwill. Greeting and Acknowledgment: Smile when you meet someone or when you want to acknowledge their presence in a friendly manner. It's a universal sign of welcome. Expressing Happiness: Smiling is a way to express your happiness or contentment in various situations, from receiving good news to enjoying a beautiful day. Professional Situations: In many professional settings, a smile can be more appropriate than laughter. It conveys professionalism and positive demeanor without being overly informal.

In summary, laughing is typically associated with humor and amusement, while smiling is a more versatile expression used for friendliness, acknowledgment, happiness, and in various everyday situations. The choice between the two should align with the emotions and atmosphere of the moment.

**

Takehome: here are some words and phrases that can be used to guide the choice between laughing and smiling in different situations:

Laughing:

Chuckles: Chuckles are often spontaneous and light-hearted, expressing amusement or a mild sense of humor.

Guffaws: Guffaws are hearty, loud laughs typically associated with finding something extremely funny or entertaining.

Laughter: A general term encompassing various forms of audible amusement, laughter can range from a giggle to a full-blown belly laugh.

Giggles: Giggles are soft, often girlish laughs that convey a sense of innocence or playfulness.

Cackling: Cackling is a distinctive, often slightly sinister form of laughter, suggesting amusement with a mischievous or wicked edge.

Smiling:

Grin: A grin is a broad, often cheeky smile that can convey happiness, satisfaction, or even a touch of mischief.

Beam: To beam is to smile radiantly, suggesting great happiness or pride in a situation.

Smirk: A smirk is a sly, often self-satisfied smile that can indicate amusement or subtle satisfaction.

Smile: A genuine and straightforward expression of happiness or friendliness.

Mona Lisa Smile: A subtle, enigmatic smile, often used to describe a smile that holds a hint of mystery or hidden emotion.

Warmth: A warm smile conveys genuine friendliness, approachability, and kindness.

Professional Demeanor: In professional contexts, maintaining a composed and courteous demeanor may involve a polite smile rather than overt laughter.

Acknowledgment: A smile can serve as a non-verbal way to acknowledge someone's presence or a gesture of recognition.

In essence, the choice of words and expressions for laughter and smiling can help convey the specific nuances and emotions associated with each. These terms can be used to guide the appropriate response based on the context and the desired tone of the interaction.




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? 嘻嘻 ：） -盈盈一笑间- 给 盈盈一笑间 发送悄悄话 盈盈一笑间 的博客首页 (0 bytes) (1 reads) 09/18/2023 postreply 16:41:23

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? pls take your time , No rush.：） -盈盈一笑间- 给 盈盈一笑间 发送悄悄话 盈盈一笑间 的博客首页 (0 bytes) (1 reads) 09/18/2023 postreply 18:37:28

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