WorksheetsForeign-origin Words and Phrases
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 18mins
Your friend is leaving for a long trip to another country. Which phrase would you say to wish them a good journey?
Au contraire
Bon voyage
Déjà vu
Faux pas
Match each common phrase to its meaning or use.
RSVP
Please reply (used on invitations)
et cetera (etc.)
And other similar things (used at the end of a list)
faux pas
An embarrassing social mistake
When Mia walked into the old bookstore, she felt a strange sense of _____, as if she had been in that exact spot before, even though she knew she hadn't. Which phrase fits the blank?
status quo
déjà vu
bona fide
pro bono
Sort these Spanish words into the correct categories: An Event, An Activity, or A Place.
fiesta
siesta
plaza
The lawyer decided to help the animal shelter for free because she believed in their mission. What is the term for this kind of professional work done without charge?
pro bono
à la carte
en masse
carpe diem
While trying to carry his lunch tray and a stack of books, Leo tripped over his own feet and spilled his milk. His friend said, "Don't worry, everyone's a _____ sometimes!" Which word fits?
prima donna
klutz
guru
maestro
Match each Latin phrase to its English meaning.
carpe diem
Seize the day
status quo
The existing state of affairs
bona fide
Genuine; real
At the restaurant, you could either get the full combo meal or order items _____. Which phrase best fits the blank?
à la mode
pro bono
à la carte
en route
Sort these phrases based on their function in a conversation. Categories are: To Show Disagreement, To Reverse Roles, or For a Specific Purpose.
au contraire
vice versa
ad hoc
After the fire alarm went off, all the students exited the building _____. Which phrase best completes the sentence?
en masse
coup de grâce
faux pas
ad infinitum
The lead singer of the band refuses to perform unless she has a specific brand of water and a room painted her favorite color. What would you call such a moody and demanding person?
klutz
protégé
prima donna
maestro
Match each Italian term to its description, often used in music, cooking, or theater.
finale
The last part of a performance
adagio
A slow tempo in music
al dente
Cooked firm, not soft (used for pasta)
Which word, originally from Japanese, refers to the small digital images or icons used to express an idea or emotion in electronic messages?
karaoke
tsunami
emoji
haiku
Sort these French phrases used for saying goodbye into two categories: Wishing a Good Trip or General Farewell.
bon voyage
au revoir
adieu
In the final round of the spelling bee, Maya correctly spelled a very difficult word. Her opponent's subsequent misspelling was the _____ that secured her victory. Which phrase best fits the blank?
coup de grâce
carte blanche
joie de vivre
raison d'être
