French Origin Spelling 1

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What is a French origin word?

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A word that comes from the French language and is used in English or other languages.

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Give an example of a French origin word used in English.

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Example: 'ballet' is a French origin word used in English.

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What does 'café' mean in English?

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Café means 'coffee shop' or 'a place to have coffee'.

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What is the meaning of 'déjà vu'?

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Déjà vu is a French term that means 'already seen', referring to the feeling that one has lived through the present situation before.

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What does 'fiancé' mean?

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Fiancé refers to a man who is engaged to be married.

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What is the feminine form of 'fiancé'?

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The feminine form is 'fiancée', referring to a woman who is engaged to be married.

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What does 'souvenir' mean?

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Souvenir means 'a thing that is kept as a reminder of a person, place, or event'.

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What is the meaning of 'rendezvous'?

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Rendezvous means 'a meeting at an agreed time and place'.

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What does 'cliché' refer to?

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Cliché refers to an overused expression or idea that has lost its originality.

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What is the meaning of 'à la carte'?

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À la carte means 'a menu where each item is priced separately'.