Borrowed Words
1 / 15English words borrowed from various world languages
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The word 'kindergarten' was borrowed into English from which language?
About Borrowed Words
Borrowed Words is a free word games quiz with 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty. English words borrowed from various world languages A typical run takes about 7 minutes, hints are always one tap away, and your streak ticks up the first time you finish a game on a given day.
A few sample questions
1. The word 'kindergarten' was borrowed into English from which language?
Answer: German
2. From which language does the English word 'tsunami' originate?
Answer: Japanese
3. The word 'chocolate' entered English from which language family?
Answer: Nahuatl (Aztec)
4. Which language gave English the word 'algebra'?
Answer: Arabic
5. The word 'ballet' was borrowed from which language?
Answer: French
Frequently asked questions
How many questions are in Borrowed Words?
Borrowed Words has 15 multiple-choice questions. Each one has four answer options and an explanation that appears after you answer, so you learn something even when you miss.
Is Borrowed Words free to play?
Yes. The entire SeniorBrainGames catalog — including Borrowed Words — is free, with no sign-up required, no time limits, and no ads on top of the game. It also works offline once the page has loaded once.
How long does Borrowed Words take?
Most players finish Borrowed Words in about 7 minutes. You can pause between questions, replay it as often as you like, and there is no penalty for taking your time — answers are explained after you submit them.
What's a good follow-up after Borrowed Words?
If you enjoyed this word games quiz, try the Daily Challenge — five rotating questions, refreshed every 24 hours, that count toward your streak. You can also use the Surprise Me button on the homepage to land on a different game type for variety.
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