Englishness versus Britishness?
494544
I think the term "Englishness" would refer more to the stereotypical perceptions many have of English culture. It involves views that the English are particularly well-mannered and notably skillful in concealing true emotions with culture-taught behavior ideals.\n\nIt would appear that the British, because of their English origin, would also be perceived in terms of the stereotypical characteristics used in describing "Englishness". One could therefore look at the the two terms as meaning essentially the same thing :).
1173617
Does it make a difference whether the anglophone is a Brit, a Canadian, an Irishman, or an American?   \n\n(I can't imagine how an Aussie's French would sound!)
716878
I am married to English man and almost married to American. There are advantage and disadvantage of both sides. Both of them are quite honest, say it as it is - but American can say it without irony and sometimes a little humorous. Both of them are proud of each country, but my husband can go down to the very brand of watch or shoes that he wants to wear.\nIn terms of loyalty (well this doesn't go for everyone) I will say English man has it. In terms of look, I will say American man has it, only because they seem to enjoy life more without irony and sinister plus they are smiley and easier to chat with.\nI think that's pretty general. Everyhting else is too personal to say here.
476582
Its true that many US people do have bad steriotypes about the british. But those r only french-americans or people who side with the french. Most of the french r a snotty bunch of assholes. Both america and the UK helped them out in WW 1 and 2 yet they arent grateful. Any way it isnt most americans but the reason some do is cuz there different. People here dont know many if any British people so they only know what movies potray. Movies like Austin Powers. Im sure that there are steriotypes of americans in the UK . Like that we eather have a thick new york/ bostan accents or hick southern accents. There are mixes of different accents just as there are in Britain. But any way the french should change there flag 2 a white 1
640458
Yes, anybody who decides to come and live in the UK should have mutual respect for anyone and everyone who lives here. We are a diverse cultural country and english is our language. Anybody who comes to live here should learn English and respect the UK heritage. There should also be an exceptional amount of love for the UK as a whole. If a person cannot truly love this country, they should not come here. Bafore anyone flames me as being racist. I am not. I just love the country and the heritage of the UK. Anyone one else here should also.
1043292
probably are but then most of english society is that way inclined , you should go to T in the park in Scotland I`ve been twice and its brilliant , scottish people are more down to earth and are generally a more friendly nation whatever you do though enjoy
433944
Well as there are several different British accents, it's difficult to answer that. The stereotypical English accent(Queen's English) is annoying. That's the one that sounds like they've got a stick up their butt and who seem to talk down to people. But, being English, I can't say I'm too incensed with any of the British accents. I like some Irish accents though!(scottish accents are horrible!)
705379
I'm British.\n\nI technically am English, but I have some Irish Blood. I feel that I am British by birth, and am from the same nation as a Scotsman, a Welshman and a Northern Irishman. We are four Countries united into one Nation. I bear a Union Flag with pride from my window and on my clothes (in fact, wherever I can), I don't own a St George's Flag.\n\nI am a serving member of the RAF and have very good friends from all walks of life and from all of the Countries that make up Great Britain. I am a patriot and am proud of my British roots.
391175
Yes, it is. In British English.
99350
I propose we change the version of english spoken in the US, and call it American. Being that we are a bigger and meaner country than England, we can bully them and say we speak proper english, but truth be told, English is from England.
697217
I agree with you. But polls show that 2 out of 3 English people want England and the UK in a politically united Europe a European Union. It may be worth your while to consider supporting a withdrawal from the worst aspects of the treaty of Rome and consider closer links with the English speaking world, a English Speaking Union
158590
My heritage is English (British) many generations ago and I don't want to be called English-American or British American so I sort of get what you are saying. But, I agree with most of your other answerers. It's you. Be who you want to be and be ok with others making different choices or no choice at all about identifying as part of a group.
1069704
If you ever visit England 'Mug'... Please let me know?\nI would be most interested in hearing your views (about the English) face to face!
595366
Neither.  There are a number of different American dialects and a number of different British dialects.  Moreover, in some ways, (standard) American English is more "conservative" (has changed less from older forms of the language) than (standard--RP) British English.  Also, it wasn't the *British* who spread the language throughout the world; it was the *English*.  The Welsh and Scots (and Irish if you mean "British Isles" rather than "Great Britain") only started speaking English (rather than their original Celtic languages) under rule by England.
403246
Definitely English.............
721831
thats awegul. i love england & i love the english. they are the nicest people ive ever met. if i could stay there i wouldve. even the bugs are polite there.
402253
I agree, I'm from the US, but I can see the problems starting across the pond.  We were a nation based on LEGAL immigration.  UK has always been a semi-homogeneous society.  It doesn't have to be lilly-white, but I can see that the openness of Euro countries is taking a toll on national identity