Similarities and differences between British and American cultures

Cultural differences between Britain and America;

I. Language

Language is closely related to culture.

British English and American English are not two different languages. As we all know, the United States was liberated from British colonial rule by British colonies in North America, and English was also brought to the United States by British immigrants. Great changes have taken place in British English and American English in the past few hundred years. Their development is different, but there is not much difference between them. These differences are reflected in pronunciation, spelling, vocabulary and so on. Second, population.

Both Britain and the United States are immigrants, but their populations are different. Britain is made up of different races that invaded Britain from Europe in different historical periods, including Iberians, Celts, Romans, Anglo-Saxons, Danes and Normans. Among them, the Angles, Saxons and Jutes, the Germanic tribes that invaded Britain, formed the British foundation of modern British people.

The United States is a multi-ethnic country and a big immigrant country. 80% of the population in the United States comes from Europe, and most of them came to the United States in the19th century. Second only to whites, there are indigenous Indians, Mexicans, China people and others. Therefore, the United States is called "the melting pot of national culture".

Third, political power.

Britain and the United States, as highly developed capitalism, have the same nature of their political systems, and they all implement the separation of three powers (that is, power is divided into legislative power, executive power and power) and bourgeoisie, but the forms of the two are different. Britain and the United States, as highly developed capitalism, have the same nature of their political systems, and they all implement the separation of three powers (that is, power is divided into legislative power, executive power and power) and bourgeoisie, but the forms of the two are different.

Fourth, customs.

In terms of traditional customs, Britain and the United States have their own characteristics. English people like to talk about the weather. The first thing they usually talk about is the weather. This is related to the changeable weather in Britain. Some people even say, "One can experience the changes of the four seasons in one day." Therefore, it is not surprising to see people wearing raincoats or umbrellas on sunny days in London.

Similarities:

1, basically all believe in Christianity. No matter in America or Britain, most people believe in Jesus, and the festivals they celebrate are also based on Christianity.

2. The official language used is the same as the usual communication language. All in English.

3. The democratic atmosphere is very strong. Ordinary people have the right to directly elect all the people, pay attention to direct voting, and do not elect representatives.

Both Britain and America are more tolerant of foreign cultures. America, in particular, is a melting pot of many cultures.

Some specific characteristics are as follows: the British pay attention to the quality of life and pursue spiritual enjoyment. Dress very formally on important occasions, and usually pursue simple and comfortable clothes. The diet style is simple and pays attention to nutrition. The climate in Britain is mild and humid, and the British love sunshine. Usually I like to do housework by myself, love sports and go on vacation. In addition, British people like cultural activities very much, such as reading, writing articles, listening to concerts and watching plays. And they also like keeping pets.