Latin:
* Ad hoc: For a specific purpose.
* Agenda: A list of things to be discussed.
* Alumni: Former students of a school, college, or university.
* Bonus: Something extra given or received beyond what is usual or expected.
* De facto: In fact, in reality.
* Ego: The part of the mind that is responsible for a person’s sense of self.
* Et cetera: And so on.
* Modus operandi: A particular way or method of working.
* Status quo: The existing state of affairs.
* Vice versa: The other way around.
French:
* A la carte: Each item on the menu priced separately.
* Bon appétit: Enjoy your meal.
* Coup d'état: A sudden, violent seizure of power.
* Déjà vu: The feeling that one has already experienced a situation.
* Faux pas: A social blunder.
* Je ne sais quoi: A certain indefinable quality or charm.
* RSVP: Please respond.
* Savoir-faire: Skillful handling of a situation.
* Tête-à-tête: A private conversation between two people.
Greek:
* Autopsy: Examination of a dead body.
* Chaos: Complete disorder and confusion.
* Democracy: Rule by the people.
* Epidemic: A widespread outbreak of a disease.
* Hypothesis: A proposed explanation for a phenomenon.
* Marathon: A long-distance running race.
* Philosophy: The study of the fundamental nature of reality, knowledge, and existence.
* Psychology: The study of the human mind and behavior.
* Symphony: A long, complex musical composition.
German:
* Doppelgänger: A ghostly double of a living person.
* Kindergarten: A preschool for young children.
* Leitmotif: A recurring theme in a piece of music or literature.
* Schadenfreude: Pleasure derived from the misfortunes of others.
* Wanderlust: A strong desire to travel.
Spanish:
* Amigo: Friend.
* Fiesta: A celebration or festival.
* Siesta: A midday nap.
* Taco: A type of Mexican food consisting of a tortilla filled with meat, cheese, and other toppings.
* Salsa: A type of Latin American dance and music.
Japanese:
* Anime: Japanese animated films and television shows.
* Karaoke: A form of entertainment where people sing along to prerecorded music.
* Sushi: A type of Japanese dish consisting of vinegared rice combined with various ingredients.
* Zen: A school of Mahayana Buddhism that emphasizes meditation and intuition.
Arabic:
* Alchemist: One who practices alchemy, a form of chemistry practiced in the Middle Ages.
* Alcohol: An intoxicating liquor containing ethyl alcohol.
* Algebra: A branch of mathematics dealing with symbols and the rules for manipulating them.
* Caliph: The chief Muslim ruler.
* Coffee: A beverage made from roasted and ground coffee beans.
Italian:
* Bravo: An exclamation of approval.
* Ciao: Hello or goodbye.
* Mafia: A criminal organization.
* Pizza: A type of Italian dish consisting of a flatbread base topped with tomato sauce, cheese, and other ingredients.
* Spaghetti: A type of long, thin pasta.
Other Languages:
* Banzai: A Japanese exclamation of defiance, meaning "long live!"
* Chai: A spiced tea drink popular in India.
* Feng shui: A Chinese system of aesthetics that involves arranging objects in space to create a harmonious environment.
* Ketchup: A type of condiment made from tomatoes. (Origin unknown)
* Quid pro quo: Something given in exchange for something else. (Latin)
* Satori: A sudden flash of enlightenment in Zen Buddhism. (Japanese)
* Stoic: A person who is able to endure pain or hardship without showing their feelings. (Greek)
* Yogi: A practitioner of yoga. (Sanskrit)
This is just a small sample of the many foreign words that have been adopted into the English language. These words enrich our vocabulary and give us a glimpse into the diverse cultures of the world.