Street Talk 2 - A Closer Look: Lesson 4

a Chinese martial art encompassing a wide range of fighting styles and techniques

used as a poetic way to bid someone farewell

at an appropriate or fitting moment

used to wish someone a good appetite or enjoyable meal before they start eating

used to wish someone a safe and enjoyable journey before they embark on a trip

a small store in which fashionable clothes or accessories are sold

small, decorative items or trinkets, often of little value individually but collectively creating a visually appealing display

complete freedom or unrestricted authority given to someone to act as they wish in a particular situation

a large country house or mansion, typically of French origin, often associated with luxury, grandeur, and historical significance

the art of making pictures by sticking photographs, pieces of cloth or colored paper onto a surface

someone who is employed by a hotel to help guests by booking events, making restaurant reservations, etc.

an individual who is an expert of art, food, music, etc. and can judge its quality

a sudden, violent seizure of governmental power by a small group

a street with one closed end

the feeling that a current situation has happened before, even though it is new

a level or rank in an organization, profession, or society, indicating a person's status or authority within that hierarchy

a small group of people in a society who enjoy a lot of advantages because of their economic, intellectual, etc. superiority

an individual who has left their native country to settle in another due to political reasons, war, or other upheavals

a feeling of being bored, tired, or dissatisfied because nothing interesting or exciting is happening

the main segment of a meal

*** This French expression refers to something that has been done and cannot be changed.

an extremely embarrassing and inappropriate comment or behavior in a particular social situation

the act of dealing with a situation in a subtle and skillful way

someone who takes great pleasure in food and dining, often with a discerning palate and a penchant for indulgence

someone who enjoys and knows about food and wine very much

the products of making highly fashionable and expensive clothing

a feeling of being physically ill and irritated without knowing the reason

a fight that is noisy, confusing, and involves many people

the social or cultural setting or environment

a French style of cooking known for its light, delicate dishes, fresh ingredients, and artistic presentation

outdated, or no longer in style

the most important or impressive part of a series, event, or work

a small secondary residence, typically located in a city or urban area, that is used as a temporary or occasional dwelling

causing strong emotions, especially sadness or empathy

a collection or mixture of miscellaneous items, often diverse in nature

a French phrase meaning "Please respond," used on invitations to request a reply about whether the person will attend an event or not

suggestive of sexual impropriety

a private discussion, often between two people

used humorously to show that someone has made a good point in an argument or discussion

an art technique that deceives the eye by creating realistic optical illusions

used to indicate a comparison or contrast between two things or people

used to express the sudden appearance, revelation, or accomplishment of something

a class or school that prepares four-year-old to six-year-old children for elementary school

excluded from use or mention

a point of weakness or vulnerability

a compelling charm or attractiveness that inspires devotion and enthusiasm in others

extremely large in size or scale

the universe, particularly when it is thought of as a systematic whole

relating to or causing sexual arousal or excitement

used to express sudden realization, discovery, or enlightenment

a running race of 26 miles or 42 kilometers

a reliable and experienced person who helps those with less experience

a psychological trait or personality disorder where someone is excessively self-centered and believes they are superior to others

the sweet juice from fruits, often undiluted and pure

a formidable opponent or persistent force that causes misery, defeat, or downfall