One thing I always thought was silly in movies and in books, was for someone to go into a country not their own, ask for directions and then argue over the words used. I mean, it’s their country, let them use whatever word they want for it!
One of my favorites is using “loo” for “lavatory” or “restroom.” I like they way they shorten things — apartment = flat, lavatory = loo, elevator = lift. And the First floor is up one flight!
And then there’s
Why can’t the English teach their children how to speak?
These verbal class distinctions by now should be antique.
Norwegians learn Norwegian. The Greeks are taught their Greek.
But use proper English you’re regarded as a freak!