Those examples are not "American English." Those are examples of incorrect American English, of people not knowing correct English grammar. I'm sure there are people in every country that misspeak their language, use slang, jargon, or speak in the vernacular.
Shel > [Original Message] > From: Don Williams > There is nothing wrong with US English spelling; or UK English spelling > either. But while US spelling may be more sensible, US spoken English is > sometimes strange. Extra words thrown in where they are not needed and > words left out where they are. An example " off of " and " out the door > " -- or window perhaps. Also " I " where it should be " me ". But the > spelling is fine. However some differences need to be learned: elevator > for lift; subway for underground; and many others. I use US spelling > (when I remember) for PDML because most of the members are US English > speakers. I recall writing something like this not so long ago. > > If you want to hear examples of good US English don't listen to G W > Bush. Without a script he'd be hopeless. > Oh yes ... another one that drives me crazy is " For free " meaning " > Free " or " No charge " or " Gratis ". -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
