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UK//ˈbrɪtɪʃ//US//ˈbrɪtɪʃ//

Meaning of British

In simple words: Relating to Great Britain or its people.

British in a sentence

  • He has a strong British accent.
  • British culture values politeness and respect.
  • She enjoys British literature, especially Shakespeare.
  • The British weather can be quite unpredictable.
  • My favourite food is traditional British fish and chips.

How to use British

Use 'British' to describe something from Great Britain. Avoid it when discussing non-British cultures.

Grammar pattern

standalone descriptor

Memory hint

Think of 'Br-i-tish' like a Brit with a cup of tea.

Related words

Collocations with British

  • British culture
  • British accent
  • British government
  • British food
  • British flag

Synonyms for British

Opposites of British

  • American
  • non-British

Common mistakes with British

  • Confused with 'Brit' which refers specifically to a British person.
  • Incorrectly applied to people from other UK nations like Scotland or Wales.
  • Mispronounced as 'Br-it-ish' instead of 'Br-i-tish'.

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Frequently asked questions about British

What does British mean?

Relating to Great Britain or its people.

What is the definition of British?

Relating to or characteristic of the people or culture of Great Britain.

How do you use British in a sentence?

He has a strong British accent.

Can you give another example of British?

British culture values politeness and respect.

What are synonyms for British?

Common alternatives include English, UK, British Isles.

What is the opposite of British?

Opposite meanings include American, non-British.

What words go with British?

It commonly pairs with British culture, British accent, British government, British food, British flag.

What are common mistakes when using British?

Confused with 'Brit' which refers specifically to a British person. Incorrectly applied to people from other UK nations like Scotland or Wales. Mispronounced as 'Br-it-ish' instead of 'Br-i-tish'.

How do you pronounce British?

US: //ˈbrɪtɪʃ//, UK: //ˈbrɪtɪʃ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use British?

Use 'British' to describe something from Great Britain. Avoid it when discussing non-British cultures.