Portmanteau (Frankenwords) (internet, carjack, chillax, brexit, etc.)

The video tutorial explores portmanteaus, words formed by blending two words, and their role in the English language. It covers the origin of the term, derived from French, and provides examples across various categories such as technology, places, general terms, and entertainment. The tutorial emphasizes the creativity involved in forming portmanteaus and their widespread use in modern language.

What is a portmanteau word?

• A word that has multiple meanings

• A word that is used in formal writing

• A word created by combining two existing words

• A word borrowed from another language

Which of the following is a portmanteau word related to technology?

• Tablet

• Laptop

• Internet

• Smartphone

What two words make up the portmanteau 'modem'?

• Module and demodulator

• Modulator and demodulator

• Mode and emblem

• Modern and emblem

Which portmanteau word is used to describe a vacation spent at home?

• Homecation

• Staycation

• Stayhome

• Holistay

What is the origin of the word 'Brexit'?

• Britain and exit

• British and exit strategy

• Britain and exit strategy

• British and exit

Which of the following is a portmanteau word in entertainment?

• Cinema

• Cineplex

• Filmhouse

• Theater

What two words form the portmanteau 'Bollywood'?

• Bombay and Hollywood

• Bombay and Bollywood

• Bombay and Wood

• Bombay and Film