The Allusionist

76. Across the Pond

Pavement/sidewalk; football/soccer; bum bag/fanny pack: we know that the English language is different in the UK and the USA. But why? Linguist Lynne Murphy points out the geographical, cultural and social influences that separate the common language. Find out more about this episode at <a href="http://theallusionist.org/across-the-pond">http://theallusionist.org/across-the-pond</a>. The Allusionist’s online home is <a href="http://theallusionist.org">http://theallusionist.org</a>. Stay in touch at <a href="http://twitter.com/allusionistshow">http://twitter.com/allusionistshow</a> and <a href="http://facebook.com/allusionistshow">http://facebook.com/allusionistshow</a>.<a href="http://patreon.com/allusionist" rel="payment">Support the show: http://patreon.com/allusionist</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.