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What are some British words in American English?

It's more accurate to say that American English and British English have different words for the same thing, rather than British words being "in" American English. Here are some examples of words where American English and British English differ:

General:

* American: apartment, sidewalk, gas, fall (season), trash, cookie

* British: flat, pavement, petrol, autumn, rubbish, biscuit

Food and Drink:

* American: french fries, soda, candy, zucchini

* British: chips, fizzy drink, sweets, courgette

Clothing:

* American: sneakers, pants, sweater

* British: trainers, trousers, jumper

Transportation:

* American: trunk (of a car), hood (of a car)

* British: boot, bonnet

Other:

* American: check (verb - to examine), diaper, elevator

* British: examine, nappy, lift

It's important to note that:

* These are just a few examples, and there are many more differences.

* There are also regional variations within both British and American English.

* Both forms of English are constantly evolving, and new words and phrases are being created all the time.

While American English and British English have distinct vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation, both are forms of the same language and are mutually intelligible.

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