British vs American English: Transportation Vocabulary

Explore the differences in transportation vocabulary between British and American English with common examples.

Understanding the differences in British and American English transportation vocabulary is helpful for you to choose the right word to use depending on where you are.

Here are some common transportations and their variations:

British English	American English
Aeroplane	Airplane
Lorry	Truck
Indicator	Blinker
Tyre	Tire
Boot	Trunk

Learning these differences helps you understand and communicate more effectively with English speakers from different regions.

Watch our video on British vs American English: Transportation to hear these words and practice your pronunciation.