All nations are unique, and it's fair to say us Brits have our quirks ... Now one American living in the UK has revealed which words and phrases leave him completely baffled.

As well attending a spectacular 500 Words Final at Buckingham Palace where superstar celebrities will read the winning stories live on the radio, six amazing illustrators: Tony Ross, Fiona Lumbers ...

We compile a list of those ... The US term comes from the old Swedish word “rotabagge,” which means root ram. Courgette (UK) and Zucchini (US) The summer squash’s UK name derives its ...

The 2024/25 competition has closed for entries. 500 Words 2024/25 is now closed for entries. Round two of judging began on Wednesday 11 November and shortlisted entrants will be contacted in February.