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Some Differences in Vocabulary!
Churchill wrote that England and America are two countries separated by a common language!
That certainly applies to the world of travel and motorhoming and here are some examples:
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English
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American
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Motorhome |
Motorhome |
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Motorhome/Caravan/5th Wheeler |
RV (Recreational Vehicle) |
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Hire |
Rental |
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No Hook Ups |
Dry Site |
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Hook Up |
Electricity and water |
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Full Hook Up |
Electricity, Water, Sewage, TV, Telephone |
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Mains Voltage 230/240 volts, 50 Hz |
Mains Voltage 110 volts, 60 Hz |
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Pavement |
Sidewalk |
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Road |
Pavement |
| Passing Place |
Turnout |
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Caravan |
Trailer |
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Campsite |
RV Park or Campground |
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Camping Pitch |
Camping Site |
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Awning |
Canopy |
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Toilets/Loos/Lavatories |
Restrooms |
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Campsite Facilities/Amenities |
Comfort Station |
| Free Camping |
Boondocking |
| Litter Bin |
Trash Can |
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Tap |
Faucet or Spigot |
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Cooker |
Stove |
| Cool Box |
Ice Chest |
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Tyre |
Tire |
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Puncture |
Flat |
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Bonnet |
Hood |
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Boot |
Trunk |
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Windscreen |
Windshield |
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Gear Lever |
Shift Lever |
| Fan Belt |
Drive Belt |
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Torch |
Flashlight |
| Shirt |
Vest |
| Trousers |
Pants |
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Launderette |
Laundromat |
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Bill or Receipt |
Check |
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Petrol |
Gas |
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LPG |
Propane |
| 1 gallon = 4.5461 litres |
1 gallon = 3.7854 litres |
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Reverse |
Back Up |
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Mobile Phone |
Cell Phone |
| Bum Bag |
Fanny Pack |
| Carry |
Tote |
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Biscuits |
Cookies |
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Chips |
Fries (French or Freedom) |
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Potato Crisps |
Potato Chips |
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Jam |
Jelly |
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Jelly |
Jello |
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Sweets |
Candy |
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Chocolate |
Hershey Bar |
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Supermarket Trolley |
Shopping Cart |
| Take-away |
To Go |
| Reindeer |
Caribou |
| Elk |
Moose |
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