In this lesson, you will learn 50 food and kitchen-related words in British and American English. Many everyday kitchen items have different names depending on the accent, which can sometimes be confusing for learners. Understanding these differences will help you master English vocabulary and improve your communication skills, especially in food-related conversations. Learning these words step by step will make it easier to use the right terms naturally. Let’s learn these common words and see how British and American English vary in the kitchen!
However, if you can learn both, you’ll greatly enhance your communication skills. Let’s dive into these 50 food names and explore the differences between the two accents.
American vs. British Food Names
Here is a table with the items listed in British and American English:
| British English | American English |
|---|---|
| Grub, Nosh | Food |
| Aubergine | Eggplant |
| Rasher | A Slice of Bacon |
| Smoked Salmon | Lox |
| Sausage, Banger | Sausage |
| Muesli | Granola |
| Jug | Pitcher |
| Scone | Biscuit |
| Eggy Bread | (Fried) French Toast |
| Cutlery | Silverware |
| Biscuit | Cookie |
| Icing Sugar | Confectioner’s Sugar |
| Candyfloss | Cotton Candy |
| Serviette | Napkin |
| Gammon | Ham |
| Mid-Morning Meal | Brunch |
| Squash | Juice Concentrate |
| Cooker | Range, Stove |
| Sandwich, Butty, Sarnie | Sandwich |
| Beetroot | Beet |
| Maize | Corn |
| Black Treacle | Molasses |
| Coriander | Cilantro |
| Sorbet | Sherbet |
| Crisps | (Potato) Chips |
U.S. vs UK Food Names
| British English | American English |
|---|---|
| Powdered Sugar | Confectioner’s Sugar |
| Semi-Skimmed Milk | Low-Fat Milk |
| Chips | French Fries |
| Starter | Appetizer |
| Semolina | Cream of Wheat, Manna |
| Rubbish | Garbage, Trash |
| Sweets | Candy |
| Spring Onions | Green Onions |
| Flan | Fruit Pie |
| Broad Bean | Lima Bean |
| Pepper | Bell Pepper |
| Runner Beans | Green Beans, String Beans |
| Gherkin | Pickle |
| Porridge | Oatmeal |
| Fairy Cake | Cupcake |
| Toasted Cheese (Sandwich) | Grilled Cheese |
| Kipper | Smoked Herring |
| Marrow | Squash |
| Cling Film | Plastic Wrap |
| Pilchards | Sardines |
| Puddings, Afters, Dessert, and Sweets | Dessert |
| Courgette | Zucchini |
| Tin | Can |
| Desiccated Coconut | Shredded Coconut |
| Minced Meat | Ground Meat |
This table contrasts the differences between British and American English for common food and kitchen-related items.
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