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