Telling the Time: British vs. American

Discover how British and American English differ in telling the time with our engaging video.

Telling the time can vary significantly between British and American English, leading to confusion. This video explains these differences to help you understand and use both styles correctly.

British English:

• Expression: 'Half four'
• Meaning: Half past four or 4:30.
• Example: 'I want to meet you at half four.'

American English:

• Misinterpretation: 'Half four' might be confused with 2:00.
• Clarification: 'Half past four' or 'four thirty' makes the time clear.
• Example: 'Oh, you want to meet at 4:30.'

Watch the video to enhance your communication skills and confidently use time expressions in different English-speaking contexts.