Tangled Flashcards
What does ‘Cryptic’ mean?
Mysterious and hard to understand
What does ‘Freak out’ mean?
To react with fear or panic
What does ‘Gleam/Glow’ mean?
To shine or sparkle
What is ‘Fate’s design’?
A plan created by destiny
What does ‘Possess’ mean?
To have or own something
What does ‘Spare (someone something)’ mean?
To avoid saying or doing something unpleasant
What is a ‘Downer’?
Something that lowers mood or brings people down emotionally
What does ‘Swashbuckling’ mean?
Adventurous and brave
What is a ‘Rogue’?
A dishonest but charming person
What does ‘Brag’ mean?
To talk proudly about yourself to impress others
What does ‘Ruin (a reputation)’ mean?
To damage someone’s image or respectability
What is ‘Firewood’?
Wood used to make a fire
What does ‘For the record’ mean?
A phrase used to state something officially or clearly
What is ‘Reputation’?
The general opinion others have about someone
What does ‘Endowed’ mean?
To be born with a special talent or ability
What is ‘Reduction’?
A shortened or simplified pronunciation in speech
What is ‘Flap T’?
A soft ‘D’ sound replacing ‘T’ in American English (e.g., ‘butter’ sounds like ‘budder’)
What is ‘Connected speech’?
The way native speakers naturally link words in conversation
What is a ‘Soft story’?
A sad or emotional personal story
What is a ‘Nickname’?
A shorter or alternative name used instead of a real one
What is ‘Destiny’?
A person’s predetermined fate or life path
What does ‘Alter’ mean?
To change or modify something
What does ‘Adventurous’ mean?
Willing to take risks or try new things
What does ‘Charming’ mean?
Pleasant, attractive, and charismatic
What are ‘Subtitles’?
Text displayed on a screen that provides dialogue translations
What is an ‘Orphan’?
A child whose parents have passed away
What is ‘Bragging’?
Showing off or boasting about achievements
