BRITS!..Why do you say...a "jam bap" when you could just say a "jelly sandwich"?

Question

Loose: I'm back...like a bad cold...

Answer 1

Yeah and why do they call Germans "Hun's" when they could use the old n**i term "Storm-Troopers", or haven't you seen their quest for the first lounge chair in sight.

Answer 2

Same reason those in various parts of the US ask for any of the following when meaning the same thing!  Sub, grinder, torpedo, hoagies, etc.

Cheers

Answer 3

why do they call a doctor, mister? it is just one of those cultural differences  keep in mind they been around a lot longer than we have.

Answer 4

Its quicker! AND sounds so much better. My my! are you picking on the Brits Mr Vinylist?!!

Answer 5

Efficiency.lad, fewer letters/syllables.

Answer 6

Same reason they say spotted d**k instead of leprous member.  No rhyme or reason.  Good that you have deigned to grace us with your presence once again.  Slumming it, are we?