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Our English friends
Robin, et al:
Just watched a TV show on home buying in France, by English people. A couple of terms confused me: lounge and reception room. What are those? Living room? Family room? Dining room? for the first. for the second, Foyer? Entry? Those are American names for odd rooms, so I hope you can translate for me. They also talked about loo and ensuite bathroom; the former seemed to be just a toilet, the second a full bathroom (toilet, sinks, tub/shower, possibly a bidet). I thought I was pretty good with Britishisms but this show was confusing. __________________ [SIZE=2][COLOR=LemonChiffon]::[/COLOR][/SIZE] [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] |
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