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QWhat is the term for a word or phrase that has the same meaning as another word in a different language?

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  • A False cognate ✔ ✖
  • B Homonym ✔ ✖
  • C Synonym ✔ ✖
  • D Loanword ✔ ✖
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False cognates, also known as false friends, are words or phrases in different languages that may appear or sound similar but have different meanings. They can lead to confusion and misunderstandings for language learners or speakers of both languages.

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