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प्रश्न
Make a list of items that are referred to differently in British and American English, for example, 'lift' (BE) 'elevator' (AmE).
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उत्तर
Few words which are spelled differently in British and American English are:
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Barrister (BE) : Attorney (AE)
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The cinema (BE) : The movies (AE)
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Flat (BE) : Apartment (AE)
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Holiday (BE) : Vacation (AE)
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Lavatory (BE) : Bathroom (AE)
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Lift (BE) : Elevator (AE)
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Favour (BE) : Favor (AE)
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Wardrobe (BE) : Dresser (AE)
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Barrister (BE) : Lawyer (AE)
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Windscreen (BE) : Wind shield (AE)
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