Americans and the English Language

Let’s have a laugh with British comedian Michael McIntyre as he spills the beans on how Americans jazz up English!

According to Michael, Americans are like artists with words. They add more details to make their English clearer and more precise.

For instance, they transformed “pavement” into “sidewalk” because, well, it’s where you walk, isn’t it?

Then there’s the “bin” makeover.

Americans decided, “Hey, let’s call it a ‘waste paper basket’ so nobody throws their lunch in there accidentally.”

But the word party doesn’t stop there!

Americans brought in “eyeglasses” to let you know exactly where those glasses belong—on your eyes, not your feet.

And racquetball? It’s like squash but played with a racquet!

Remember, Michael was just having a chuckle. He loves the American twist on English.

No hard feelings, just a good ol’ laugh! 😄