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My UK Collection

My British Collections of 7 Years: Everyday Life & Culture 🇬🇧 When I first moved to the UK, I thought I knew English. But living here taught me so much more — not just the language, but the culture, humour, and way of life. Over time, I built my own little ‘British collection’ of lessons: The Meaning of Words In my neighbourhood, people would say “You alright?”. At first, I tried to answer — until I learned it simply means “hello.” And “cheers”? It’s not just for toasts. It can mean thank you, goodbye, or even just a friendly smile. The Power of Politeness “Sorry” doesn’t always mean something is wrong. It can be excuse me, passing by, softening a phrase, or simply kindness. A small word with big power. Weather Obsession Every conversation seems to begin (and end) with the weather. And yes — sunshine can turn into rain in minutes. The golden rule: never leave home without an umbrella! Sense of Humour In a bakery, I once asked for bread and the man said “No.” Shocked, I realised i...