American English has now had nearly 250 years to cement its independence from its across-the-pond progenitor. Have we used that time wisely? We figured it would be fun and easy to celebrate our ...

The place is a tourist hotel in the South. An American tourist asks the receptionist, “Where’s the elevator?” After some ...

Mastering English can be tough for many learners. And choosing the right accent can add an extra challenge. But which English accent is easiest to learn: British or American? The answer is not as ...

It's also got scenery, history and a national anthem no one can sing. Those are just some of the things we celebrate, each time July 4 rolls around. But there's one thing we often forget about, as we ...

I moved from the UK to the US in my early childhood, but there are some British terms I still use. I always refer to paper towels as "kitchen roll," which can lead to confusion. Other phrases, like ...