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[quote=Anonymous]Haha. I AM such a person, and I do go to France for business often, and people (educated people) know that there are two meanings of the words -- and obviously one of them (the one you are highlighting) is used more often, which is fine -- the same way that when a sport broadcaster with a British accent would be properly understood when using the word "football". But if I go to Latin America and I use the word "Americano" people will assume I am talking about the continent-- while, if you go, people will roll their eyes but will understand you and, for the most part, wont raise the issue. By the way, Copa America -- the South American football (soccer) tournament -- is coming in June.[/quote]
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