45 Fun Vocabulary Quiz: UK vs. USA

[C] Hood | In the UK, a "bonnet" refers to the hinged cover over the engine of a vehicle, while in the US, this is commonly referred to as a "hood".

[A] Fries | In the UK, "chips" refers to deep-fried potato slices, which are similar to what Americans call "fries."

[D] Potato Chips | "Crisps" in the UK are thin, crunchy potato slices that are fried or baked and seasoned, which are known as "potato chips" in the US.

[B] Pants | "Trousers" in British English are what Americans would call "pants", which are a garment worn on the body from the waist to the ankles, covering both legs.

[A] Sidewalk | In the UK, a "pavement" is the path alongside a road where pedestrians can walk, which is known as a "sidewalk" in the US.

[B] Cookie | A "biscuit" in the UK is a type of baked good, often soft and flaky, that is commonly referred to as a "cookie" in the US.

[C] Jell-o | In the UK, "jelly" can refer to a sweet spread made from fruit juice and sugar, similar to what Americans call "jam". However, in the US, when people refer to "jelly", they often mean a gelatin-based dessert, which is typically associated with the brand name "Jell-O". This brand has become so popular that it is often used generically to describe all flavored gelatin desserts in the US. It's important to note that while all Jell-O is considered a jelly, not all jelly can be called Jell-O, as Jell-O specifically refers to the commercially prepared gelatin dessert.

[D] Jelly | In the UK, "jam" refers to a sweet spread made from fruit that has been boiled with sugar until it forms a thick, spreadable consistency, which is known as "jelly" in the US.

[A] Candies | In the UK, "sweets" are small, sweet treats that are similar to what Americans call "candies".

[B] Molasses | In the UK, "black treacle" refers to a thick, dark syrup made from sugar cane or sugar beets, which is known as "molasses" in the US. It's important to note that "treacle" can also refer to a milder syrup known as golden syrup in the UK, which is not the same as molasses.

[B] Cotton Candy | "Candy Floss" in the UK is a spun sugar confection that is soft and fluffy, which is commonly known as "cotton candy" in the US.

[A] Diaper | A "nappy" in the UK is a piece of clothing consisting of absorbent material that is fastened around the lower body of a baby or young child, which is called a "diaper" in the US.

[B] Band-Aid | In the UK, a "plaster" is a small piece of material used to cover a small wound, similar to what is known as a "Band-Aid" in the US.

[D] Ladybug | "Ladybird" in the UK is a small, round beetle that is commonly known as a "ladybug" in the US.

[B] Tic Tac Toe | "Noughts and Crosses" in the UK is a paper-and-pencil game for two players, who take turns marking the spaces in a three-by-three grid with round and slanted lines, respectively, which is known as "Tic Tac Toe" in the US.

[B] Checkers | "Draughts" in the UK is a strategic board game where players move their pieces diagonally across a checkered board to capture their opponent's pieces, which is known as "checkers" in the US.

[A] Sweater | A "jumper" in the UK is a term for a sleeved garment worn on the upper part of the body, which is commonly referred to as a "sweater" in the US.

[C] Pantyhose | "Tights" in the UK are a type of women's hosiery that covers the body from the waist to the toes, which is known as "pantyhose" in the US.

[D] Vest | A "waistcoat" in the UK is a sleeveless garment worn over a shirt, which is known as a "vest" in the US.

[D] Sneakers | "Trainers" in the UK are athletic shoes designed for sports or other physical activities, which are commonly referred to as "sneakers" in the US.

[A] Suspenders | "Braces" in the UK are a pair of straps worn over the shoulders to hold up trousers, which are known as "suspenders" in the US.

[C] Armoire | A "wardrobe" in the UK can refer to a large piece of furniture used for storing clothes, which is similar to an "armoire" in the US.

[A] Trunk | In the UK, a "boot" refers to the storage compartment at the rear of a car, which is known as the "trunk" in the US.

[D] Gas | "Petrol" in the UK is the liquid used as fuel for engines, which is commonly referred to as "gas" in the US.

[B] Windshield | A "windscreen" in the UK is the glass at the front of a vehicle that provides protection from the wind and weather, which is known as a "windshield" in the US.

[C] Freeway | A "motorway" in the UK is a wide, divided road for fast-moving traffic, which is known as a "freeway" in the US.

[B] License Plate | A "number plate" in the UK is a metal or plastic plate fixed to a vehicle, displaying a unique number and letters that identify the vehicle's registration, which is known as a "license plate" in the US.

[B] Apartment | A "flat" in the UK is a set of rooms for living in, located on a single floor of a building, which is known as an "apartment" in the US.

[A] Faucet | A "tap" in the UK is a device for controlling the flow of a liquid from a container, which is known as a "faucet" in the US.

[D] Elevator | A "lift" in the UK is a platform or compartment housed in a shaft for raising and lowering people or things to different floors or levels of a building, which is known as an "elevator" in the US.

[A] Flashlight | A "torch" in the UK is a portable battery-powered electric light, which is commonly referred to as a "flashlight" in the US.

[B] Soccer | "Football" in the UK refers to the sport played with a round ball where players primarily use their feet to kick the ball and score goals, which is known as "soccer" in the US.

[A] Real Estate Agent | An "estate agent" in the UK is a professional who helps people buy, sell, or rent properties, which is known as a "real estate agent" in the US.

[C] Eraser | A "rubber" in the UK is a small object used for removing pencil marks from paper, which is known as an "eraser" in the US.

[A] Resume | A "C.V." or "Curriculum Vitae" in the UK is a written overview of a person's educational and employment history, which is known as a "resume" in the US.

[D] Eggplant | An "aubergine" in the UK is a purple-skinned, egg-shaped vegetable that is used in cooking, which is known as an "eggplant" in the US.

[A] Zucchini | A "courgette" in the UK is a type of squash that is green and elongated, which is known as a "zucchini" in the US.

[B] Wrench | A "spanner" in the UK is a tool used to turn nuts or bolts, which is known as a "wrench" in the US.

[C] Galoshes | "Wellington Boots" or "Wellies" in the UK are waterproof boots that come up to the calf, which are known as "galoshes" in the US.

[B] Fall | "Autumn" in the UK is the season after summer and before winter, when leaves fall from the trees, which is known as "fall" in the US.

[A] Vacation | A "holiday" in the UK can refer to a period of time when someone is away from work or school, which is known as a "vacation" in the US.

[D] Tuxedo | A "dinner jacket" in the UK is a formal men's jacket worn in the evening, which is known as a "tuxedo" in the US.

[D] Turtleneck | A "polo neck" in the UK is a type of sweater with a high, close-fitting collar that covers the neck, which is known as a "turtleneck" in the US.

[D] Cafeteria | A "canteen" in the UK is a place in a school, college, or workplace where meals are provided, which is known as a "cafeteria" in the US.

[A] Cupcake | A "bun" or "fairy cake" in the UK is a small, round cake that is often decorated with icing and sprinkles, which is known as a "cupcake" in the US.