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Do Brits and Americans really understand each other?

Brits and Americans, common language, uncommon meaning

Can Brits decipher common Americanisms? How about the opposite?

Brits and Americans. We share a common language. But are we really saying the same things—and can we understand one another?

Not exactly.

 BBC Capital asked Brits and Americans in the New York City office of BBC Worldwide to have a go at deciphering some typical sayings from each country. Hilarity ensued. Just watch.

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