Source: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/207-gg-between-versus-among/id173429229?i=80652610
This podcast talks about the difference between the words "Between" and "Among".
Most People use between when referring to two items, and among when refferring to more than 2 items. However, its not that simple.
Use the word "between" when you are talking about distinct indiviudals or items even if there are more than 2.
Example 1: Lets keep this between you and me.
Example 2: I have to choose between Harvard, Yale, and Bentley.
Use the word "among" when you are talking about things or individuals that are not distinct items or individuals.
Example 1: She choose among the best schools.
Example 2: The scandal caused a division among the fans.
Example 3: You are among friends.
Sometimes the word "among" can be used to indicate that a person is part of a group or left out of a group. For example, Alia found her self living among the natives. Another example: She managed to find friends among enemies.
Among and amongst mean the same thing. However, amongst is the older form that came from English Literature and is overly formal.
