American English
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of American English
An Americanism dating back to 1800–10
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Example Sentences
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Unlike in American English usage, where war is waged on everything from drugs to poverty, the Germans reserve Krieg for armies fighting armies.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026
In a melodic, chirpy voice, speaking in unaccented American English and calling herself Orphan Ann, D’Aquino did done hundreds of broadcasts for a news and music show called “Zero Hour.”
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 21, 2025
He spoke flawless American English, having spent much of his childhood in upstate New York and then attended MIT, where he earned multiple degrees.
From Salon • Jun. 15, 2025
One group commonly misunderstood by voice technology are individuals who speak African American English, or AAE.
From Science Daily • Apr. 30, 2024
And she waited, year after year, for the day she could tell her daughter this in perfect American English.
From "The Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan
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