“Three in five Gen Z-ers perplexed by unusual names and phrases, with ‘tennis bracelet’ causing the most confusion. A third of Brits struggle to understand common phrases, rising to 61% among Gen Z-ers. Study reveals many misunderstandings due to peculiar names, with Londoners inventing their own terms. French biscuit brand LU commissions research on confusing phrases, with TV presenter Fred Sirieix leading the exploration. Research shows Brits finding names like ‘Tennis bracelet,’ ‘Herringbone,’ ‘Koala bear,’ ‘Gravy boat,’ and ‘Earwig’ most perplexing. Despite confusion, majority see quirky names as unique to the English language. Food names like ‘Spotted dick,’ ‘Sussex Pond Pudding,’ ‘Stargazy pie,’ ‘Devilled eggs,’ and ‘Ladyfingers’ also cause confusion. LU’s new biscuit, Le Petit Cookie, part of quirky naming conventions in the English language, receives attention. Sirieix aims to simplify confusing names, showcasing creative renamings by the public during the study.”