5-lesson course – British vs American English (B1–B2)

Description

British vs American English (B1–B2)

This course is designed for intermediate learners who want to understand the key differences between British and American English and feel more confident communicating with speakers from both cultures.

Through speaking practice, listening tasks, vocabulary comparison, and cultural discussions, students will explore differences in pronunciation, spelling, grammar, idioms, and everyday expressions. The course helps learners avoid confusion, expand their vocabulary, and better understand authentic English from both sides of the Atlantic.

Program of 5 lessons :

Lesson 1 – Vocabulary Differences
• Everyday vocabulary
• Transport and travel vocabulary
• Food and shopping vocabulary  

Lesson 2 – Pronunciation & Accents
• British and American vowel sounds
• Rhotic vs non-rhotic pronunciation
• Listening practice with authentic accents 

Lesson 3 – Grammar Differences
• Present perfect vs past simple
• Prepositions and time expressions
• Collective nouns  

Lesson 4 – Spelling & Writing Differences
• Common British and American spelling patterns
• Word endings
• Formal and informal writing conventions

Lesson 5 – Idioms, Slang & Culture
• British idioms and slang
• American idioms and slang
• Real-life communication styles  

Benefits :

• Better understanding of British and American accents
• Expanded vocabulary and everyday expressions
• Clear understanding of spelling and grammar differences
• Improved listening comprehension with authentic examples
• Greater confidence in international communication
• Deeper cultural awareness of both English-speaking worlds