Give examples of words borrowed from other languages.

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Give examples of words borrowed from other languages.

There are numerous examples of words borrowed from other languages in the English language. English has a rich history of borrowing words from various languages due to its global influence and interactions with different cultures. Here are some examples:

1. Café - borrowed from French
2. Kindergarten - borrowed from German
3. Tsunami - borrowed from Japanese
4. Yoga - borrowed from Sanskrit (an ancient Indian language)
5. Pizza - borrowed from Italian
6. Safari - borrowed from Swahili
7. Schadenfreude - borrowed from German
8. Sushi - borrowed from Japanese
9. Croissant - borrowed from French
10. Karaoke - borrowed from Japanese

These examples demonstrate how English has incorporated words from different languages to enrich its vocabulary and reflect the cultural diversity of its speakers.