Episode 235 Real British English: Why Strangers Might Call You "Love" or "Pet"

Welcome to Emma's ESL English! This week we’re diving into the quirky regional terms of endearment for strangers you might hear across the UK — from "alright, hen?" in Glasgow to "how you doing, chuck?" in the Midlands. These words like "love," "pet," "duck," and "mate" may seem strange or even inappropriate to outsiders, but they’re part of the UK’s rich linguistic culture. Whether you're traveling to the UK, learning English, or just curious about real British English, this episode will give you insight into the warm — and sometimes weird — ways Brits speak to strangers.💬 Have you ever been called duck or love in the UK? Comment below and share your experience!I mentioned a video by Sir Ian McKellen, here it is: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ebb272kjmWQ 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more real-world English tips!#BritishAccents #LearnEnglish #ESL #UKEnglish #BritishCulture #emmaseslenglish