In Europe, British English is learned as a second language. This is due to the closeness or Britain, which is also located in Europe. Every continent have also been influenced by Britain, especially those that are part of Commonwealth (where there are more than 50 countries) including Hong Kong, Pakistan and India among others. Other countries including Jamaica, Trinidad & Tobago, South Africa, South Africa, Canada, New Zealand as well as Australia were also dominated by the British in the past.
American influence on the other hand, is majorly due to their position as a super power, linked to technological and economic achievements. They further have a strong media influence in terms of Hollywood and entertainment. American TV shows and movies are watched all over the world. Countries in Latin America are more influenced by US English when they want to learn the English language. This is also due to their closeness to each other.
