Uganda was colonized by Great Britain and is still a member of the Commonwealth. Therefore, many Ugandans speak English along with their native tongues (languages). The Commonwealth is a loose association with all other former British colonies (excluding the United States of America).
Some words used here but that are not necessarily used the same way in America are (listed as their word then our meaning):
football-soccer
coursework-homework
torch-flashlight
latrine/toilet-bathroom (a bathroom here is a place for bathing, which can sometimes be a shelter outside or a special room inside)
lecture-class
chips-french fries
Fanta-any soda or coke
macaroons-spaghetti or noodles
boda boda-motorcycle
rolex-egg burrito
biscuits-crackers or cookies
pawpaw-papaya
trousers-pants
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