Foreign phrases(had a ear of) Flashcards
Carpe diem
seize the day/live in moment
Alma Mater
ones former school,university,college
Carte Blanche
unrestricted power to act on one’s own/full authority
Boulevard
a wide street in town/city usually lined with tress on sides.
Quid Pro Quo
an equal exchange, something for something
Doppelganger
ghostly similar looking person/photocopy
Pro bono
done/donated without charge/free
Prime facie
at first sight, clear and evident
Modus Operandi
a particular way/method of doing something
Envoy
messenger/representative especially on a diplomatic mission.
Charlatan
a person falsely claiming to have special knowledge or skill/fraud.
Bona fide
in a good faith, genuine
Bon Appetit
have a good appetite/salutation to a person about to eat.
Bravado
bold manner/show of boldness to impress or intimidate someone
hasta manana
see you tomorrow