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What are some foreign words which adopted in English language?

English has a vast collection of adopted foreign words! Here's a breakdown of some common categories:

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.

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