
Dear British People,
Thank you; we understand you now.
Sincerely, America.
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WHAT THE BRITISH SAY | WHAT THE BRITISH MEAN | WHAT FOREIGNERS UNDERSTAND |
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| I hear what you say | I disagree and do not want to discuss it further | He accepts my point of view | | With the greatest respect | You are an idiot | He is listening to me | | That's not bad | That's good | That's poor | | That is a very brave proposal | You are insane | He thinks I have courage | | Quite good | A bit disappointing | Quite good | | I would suggest | Do it or be prepared to justify yourself | Think about the idea, but do what you like | | Oh, incidentally/ by the way | The primary purpose of our discussion is | That is not very important | | I was a bit disappointed that | I am annoyed that | It doesn't really matter | | Very interesting | That is clearly nonsense | They are impressed | | I'll bear it in mind | I've forgotten it already | They will probably do it | | I'm sure it's my fault | It's your fault | Why do they think it was their fault? | | You must come for dinner | It's not an invitation, I'm just being polite | I will get an invitation soon | | I almost agree | I don't agree at all | He's not far from agreement | | I only have a few minor comments | Please rewrite completely | He has found a few typos | | Could we consider some other options | I don't like your idea | They have not yet decided |
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