Thought it might be fun to start a translation list for those not in the know, I'll start with a few simple ones I know, please feel free to add your own, and if possible I'll translate!
US - UK
Thumb tack- Drawing pin
Elevator - Lift
Side walk - Pavement
Highway - Motorway
Bar - Pub
Garbage - Rubbish
Truck - Pick up
Railroad -Railway
Garbage can - Dustbin
another thought, we have a lot of 'slang' words over here which might be useful if you visit
UK Slang - Meaning
Fag - Cigarette
Buttie - Sandwich
Lager - Light Beer
Ale - Dark Beer
Wife beater - Strong light beer
brew - Cup of tea
you get the idea?
US - UK
Thumb tack- Drawing pin
Elevator - Lift
Side walk - Pavement
Highway - Motorway
Bar - Pub
Garbage - Rubbish
Truck - Pick up
Railroad -Railway
Garbage can - Dustbin
another thought, we have a lot of 'slang' words over here which might be useful if you visit
UK Slang - Meaning
Fag - Cigarette
Buttie - Sandwich
Lager - Light Beer
Ale - Dark Beer
Wife beater - Strong light beer
brew - Cup of tea
you get the idea?