1 Work in small groups. Find two words that are borrowed into the English language. Explore the words in terms of what they mean and how they are used.

Here are two words borrowed into the English language:

1. Kindergarten

   • Origin: German, literally meaning "children's garden."
   • Meaning: A preschool educational approach based on playing, singing, practical activities, and social interaction, as a transition from home to school.
   • Usage: "My daughter is starting kindergarten next year." It refers to the first stage of formal education for young children.

2. Déjà vu

   • Origin: French, meaning "already seen."
   • Meaning: The feeling of having already experienced the current situation or event.
   • Usage: "I had a strong sense of déjà vu when I walked into the old house; it felt like I'd been there before." It describes a specific psychological phenomenon.