60 British phrases that will confuse anybody who didn’t grow up in the UK

• From “chockablock” to a “full Monty,” the Brits have a wide range of interesting slang words.
• You don’t want to be described as “dim,” “a mug,” or “a few sandwiches short of a picnic.”
• If you’re “zonked” or “cream crackered,” you might want to take a nap.

Brits have an interesting vernacular that includes words and phrases that might confuse many Americans.

Some terms, like “dim,” “a mug,” or “a few sandwiches short of a picnic,” can be used as colorful insults, while being called “cheeky” can be either negative or positive, depending on the context. 

In a business setting, you might want to avoid certain words or phrases while conversing with Brits so as not to offend them, or incorporate their terms into your presentations or marketing materials if you want to relate with British clients or customers.