English has taken words from almost every language of the world. I guess lots of people here are from Europe, and other continents. So, let us share the words used in English, that are originally from your mother tongue. My Mother tongue : Hindi Hindi words used in English : Guru (master), Avataar (incarnation), Dharma (meaning religion, used in context with 'doing the right deed')... and there are many more Do share yours as well ! Cheers !
Some corrections : - Guru is still an alien word to English , rarely used - Avatar mean representation , alter ego not incarnation in the English language - and Dharma isn't used in English , in fact the latest Longman doesn't contain it
Guru : Title of a popular (kinda !) English (British) movie released a few years ago. Avatar : Remember a movie made millions last year ? In Hindi, we pronounce it with an extra 'a' (avata'a'r) and it means incarnation, you should trust me on that Dharma : Dharma and Greg - something like that; a popular TV serial I suppose ...?
I believe that every human can be educated if it has a valid neural network . Unfortunately a lot of people don't . I suppose that by telling him that the term avatar came into the western world almost two centuries ago would give him a heart attack .
looking at your individual sigs, I dare not debate with you guys ! glad you found it funny; after all, fun is all that matters at the end of the day. if aware and interested, do contribute some words to serve the purpose of the thread. thanks !