What are 20 English words borrowed from French?

20 English words borrowed from French are:

  1. Ballet
  2. Buffet
  3. Baguette
  4. Cuisine
  5. Déjà vu
  6. Faux pas
  7. Genre
  8. Encore
  9. Resume
  10. Rendezvous
  11. Café
  12. Fiancé
  13. Liaison
  14. Sabotage
  15. Touché
  16. Collage
  17. Boutique
  18. Chic
  19. Couture
  20. Parfum

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