Language Translator to American English

Other curiosities

• World ranking: English is the third most spoken language in the world by native speakers, after Mandarin Chinese and Spanish. However, when considering the individuals who speak it as a second language, English takes the top spot!
• Constant creation: American English is renowned for its capacity to adapt and create new words. The language sees approximately 1,000 neologisms added each year.
• English vs. British: This comparison can be made between American English and British English. While in the U. S. we use the term “truck”, in the U. K. they use “lorry” – imagine the initial confusion of someone who learned British English trying to buy a truck in America!
• War of words: The differences in spelling between American and British English are due in part to Noah Webster, who wanted to simplify and Americanize the spelling.
• Technological influence: Many technical terms originated in the United States, such as “computer”, “software”, and “email”, which have been adopted
• Sports and confusion: However, there are some differences in sports terminology between the U. S. and the rest of the world. For example, in the U. S., “football” refers to American soccer, while what the rest of the world commonly calls soccer is referred to as “soccer” in the United States.
• Spanish influence: Given its close proximity to Latin America and the growing Spanish-speaking population, American English has incorporated many Spanish words, including “canyon,” “patio,” “plaza,” and “rodeo.”