1. + Foreign Words Used in English Reading Standard 1.3: Students will recognize and use frequently used foreign words in English.

2. + Spaghetti Long thin pasta from Italy.

3. + Pizza A popular Italian dish made with bread, tomatoes, and cheese (and other ingredients).

4. + Mozzarella An Italian cheese made by spinning and cutting (“mozzare” means to cut).

5. + Déjà vu French term meaning “already seen”

6. + Cliché When something has been so overused that it loses its intended force.

7. + Bonjour French word meaning “hello”

8. + Bon appétit French term meaning “enjoy your meal”

9. + Rendezvous French term meaning “a planned meeting between two parties”

10. + Words derived from Spanish Bravo – a shout of “bravo!” Pronto – to do something quickly. Amigo – a friend. Fiesta – a party. Adobe – a sundried brick made of clay and straw. Rodeo – public display of cowboy skills (riding, roping, etc.) Comandante – a commander.

11. + Words derived from French Bon voyage – farewell and good wishes. Chic – attractive and fashionable. Entrée – usually known as the main course of a meal. Hors d’oeuvre – small, tasty appetizer (spicy meat, fish, cheese, etc.)

12. + Words derived from Italian Nonno – the Italian term for grandfather. Espresso – a strong coffee prepared with steam pressure.

13. + Words derived from German angst – a feeling of worry or insecurity strudel – a type of pastry with fruit filling diesel – a type of fuel for motor vehicles frankfurter – a hot dog delicatessen - a place that sells meats and cheeses glitz – sparkle Kindergarten – the first grade of elementary school kitschy – something tacky or ugly decorating the house