Quiz on False Friends in Language Learning. Dec 3, 2024

What are words that look or sound similar but have different meanings in different languages called?

• Synonyms

• Homonyms

• False friends

• Cognates

What does the English word 'pain' mean?

• Book

• Friend

• Hurt

• Bread

In Italian, what does 'burro' mean?

• Donkey

• Gift

• Butter

• Bread

What is the French word for a library?

• Bureau

• Librairie

• Bibliothèque

• Livre

What does the German word 'gift' translate to in English?

• Food

• Poison

• Drink

• Present

In French, what do 'baskets' refer to?

• Boxes

• Sneakers

• Bags

• Books

What does the Dutch word 'braaf' mean in English?

• Strong

• Well-behaved

• Courageous

• Brave

What does 'jubilation' mean in English?

• Sadness

• Happiness

• Surprise

• Retirement

What does the French word 'journée' mean?

• Day

• Night

• Travel

• Journey

What does the German word 'enkel' mean?

• Ankle

• Grandchild

• Child

• Parent