Foreign Words That Have Crossed Over

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1. What does the German word, 'zeitgeist', mean? Speculation regarding the future Deep sorrow Spirit of the time Regret and guilt

2. Another German word that has 'crossed over' is 'weltschmerz'. What does it mean? Rebelliousness Poverty Gregariousness Sadness at the state of the world

3. The French concept of 'savoir-faire' is commonly used. What does it mean? Excessive imbibing Extreme cautiousness Grace, tact and polish Miserly attitudes

4. Another popular French word is 'sang-froid'. Meaning? Calm, imperturbable nature Great intelligence Timidity Profoundly moralistic nature

5. The German language also speaks of 'weltanschauung'. What does it mean? Advocating anarchy View of the world Political and economic isolationism Fascination with the occult

6. Also German is the literary phrase, 'sturm und drang'. To what does it refer? Turmoil, Rebellion Patriotism, Militarism Cowardice, Fear Ruthlessness,Power-seeking

7. The French word, 'laissez-faire', is commonly used. What does it describe? Socialization of essential aspects of society Creation of a classless society No government interference Government by aristocracy

8. Hitler often spoke of 'lebensraum'. What does this word mean? Living space Self-sacrifice of soldiers in combat Annexation of Austria Unreasonableness of foreign powers

9. The French give us the word 'panache'. Meaning? Fearlessness Dash and flamboyance Bravery Ethical and moral behavior

10. The French also speak of 'joie de vivre'. What does it mean? Joy of Living Inevitability of Fate Acceptance of burdens Irrational nature of man