Canglish

What is Canglish?


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The way a Canadian pronounces or spells English words compared to the way an American would typically pronounce or spell the same English word. Also can refer to sayings or words only known to other Canadians.

Different descriptions for same item - Canglish vs. American:

Elastic = rubber band

Washroom = restroom

Bank Machine = ATM (Automatic Teller Machine)

Different spelling same word -

Canglish vs. American:

Colour = color

Honour = honor

Harbour = harbor

Humour = humor

Cheque = bank check

Unique words:

Touque (pronounced too-k) = knit hat/cap.

Snarky= being bitchy towards someone with a hint of sarcasim and humor.

Donair = gyro

Chicken balls = Chinese sweet and sour chicken.

The letter "Z" pronounced Zed = Zee.

"Double-Double" = coffee with 2 cream and 2 sugar.


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