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Why do Brits shorten every word? (choccy, cuppa, biccy, brekkie??)
05 August 2026

Why do Brits shorten every word? (choccy, cuppa, biccy, brekkie??)

Pronunciation with Emma Podcast

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Have you ever wondered why Brits sometimes shorten words like "choccy" for chocolate and "cuppa" for cup of tea? In this episode, you'll learn exactly why Brits do this and how you can start to shorten words just like native British English speakers do. 

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