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English uses a number of foreign words. Unlike 'assimilated' words of foreign origin, these words are still in obvious ways foreign. Here are some examples: * coup d'état - violent overthrow of a government * régime - system of government * Zeitgeist - spirit of the age * Weltanschauung - world view
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What should be applied to foreign words?
You Italicize foreign words (Not absorbed into English)
What is the English and foreign plural words for cranium?
The English plural for cranium is craniums or crania. The foreign plural words for cranium in Latin would be cranii or craniorum.
Is English unique in having foreign words and phrases in its language?
No. Virtually all languages on Earth have foreign words and phrases.
What are the two foreign language words for kinetoscope?
English and french
What should be applied to foreign words when writing in english?
italics
What has the author Steven J Matthiesen written?
Steven J. Matthiesen has written: 'Essential words for the TOEFL, test of English as a foreign language' -- subject(s): English language, Examinations, Study guides, Test of English as a Foreign Language, Textbooks for foreign speakers, Vocabulary 'Essential words for the TOEFL' -- subject(s): English language, Examinations, Study guides, Test of English as a Foreign Language, Textbooks for foreign speakers, Vocabulary, Vocabulary tests, Test of English as a foreign language
What are some foreign words which adopted in English language?
Some foreign words adopted in English language include "schadenfreude" from German, "cul-de-sac" from French, "bungalow" from Hindi, and "sushi" from Japanese.
Do I italicize all foreign words?
It is not necessary to italicize all foreign words. Generally, foreign words that are commonly used in English or are well-known do not need to be italicized. However, if a foreign word is not commonly used and may not be familiar to the reader, it can be italicized for emphasis or to indicate its foreign origin.
How many foreign words in English language?
There are thousands of foreign words in the English language, as English has borrowed vocabulary from languages such as Latin, French, German, and many others over its history. This borrowing has enriched the language and contributed to its diverse and varied vocabulary.
What has the author Walt Taylor written?
Walt Taylor has written: 'Waging Peace for a Living' 'Doughty's English' -- subject- s -: Arabic, English language, Foreign elements, Language 'Arabic words in English' -- subject- s -: Arabic, English language, Etymology, Foreign words and phrases
What has the author Kazem Adel Nasser written?
Kazem Adel Nasser has written: 'Dictionary of foreign words, phrases & expressions in the English language' -- subject(s): Arabic, Dictionaries, English language, Foreign words and phrases
What has the author A A Daryush written?
A. A. Daryush has written: 'Persian words in English' -- subject(s): English language, Foreign words and phrases, Influence on English, Persian, Persian language
