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For this week's Top 10 column, we have asked our junior reporters what their favourite English words are and why? Here is what they have to say
It doesn't sound as demeaning as other ludicrous nouns such as "faker", "two-faced", or "cheater". Also, I feel like a native speaker when I use this word. But I certainly try not to be a hypocrite.
It gives me a wonderful feeling and reminds me how beautiful life can be. I love being wonderstruck.
My favourite word is the name of a US state. It brings to mind sunny beaches, juicy fruits, Hollywood movies and lots and lots of fun!
The word was first used in the 17th century. It used to mean an athlete or a physically fit man who's ready for anything. Funny how it's changed to mean something so different now!
Meeting your doppelganger can be a magical moment, both in literature and the real world. The word has been borrowed from German, and it's my favourite English word. Now where's my doppelganger?
The name of this flower is a very simple word in Chinese. However, in English, it is very difficult to spell or even pronounce. But that just makes the word so special. Once you remember this word, though, you will never forget it.
This famous made-up word is from the all-time classic musical . What's cool about it is not that it's long but that it makes no sense at all! If you want to beat someone in a game of hangman, this is the best choice!
My favourite word is "why". Why? Because without curiosity, the human race would never have advanced. People wouldn't have the motivation to invent new things. But sadly, this word is so commonly used that we sometimes forget why we should keep asking "Why?"
Medical students will know this "fake" word because it allegedly has something to do with inflammation of the lungs. I hardly use this word in daily conversation, though.
