podcastsinenglish Level 1.195 Canada!
May 29, 2025
The hosts dive into fascinating facts about Canada, highlighting its status as the second-largest country in the world. They compare Canada's impressive size to Europe and its relatively small population of 40 million. The discussion includes intriguing tidbits about Canada's unique blend of British and American spelling and measurement systems. They also explore vocabulary differences, including temperature metrics and terms for seasons. Finally, the conversation wraps up with a comparison of the Trans-Canada Highway and Europe’s E-40, showcasing their extensive lengths.
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Canada's Massive Size
- Canada is the second largest country after Russia at just over 10 million square kilometres.
- Its land area is almost the same size as the whole of Europe.
Coastline, Border, And Population
- Canada has the longest coastline and the longest land border in the world.
- Its population is around 40 million, comparable to some European countries like Poland.
Spelling And Measurement Habits
- Canada mixes British and American spelling but commonly uses British forms like colour.
- The country uses the metric system (kilometres, Celsius) rather than imperial units.