There is a lot of information about the differences between British and American English. But have you ever thought about why the two varieties are different? Find out more in this episode of English with Stephen.
Category: History of English
Reasons for English: The 100 years war
Find out how a war that lasted over 100 years saw dramatic changes in the role of the English language in England.
Reasons for English: 1066 and all that language
Last week, we looked at the events of the year 1066. This week, we examine how the English language changed after a French-speaking king took over the English crown.
Word Stories: Fish and chips
It’s the meal everyone thinks of when they think of British cooking. In this episode, we look at the origins of the phrase ‘fish and chips’.
Reasons for English: The Vikings and English
The Vikings had a significant impact on the development of the English language and are the reason for one good thing and one terrible thing for English language learners.
Reasons for English: Where does English come from?
In this episode, we look at the origins of English. Where did it come from? Why did it start on the island of Britain? Who were the Anglo Saxons?