Learn Exotic Latin Phrases

In this video you’ll learn about various Exotic phrases. What is exotic? Exotic means something which is unique, different and unusual in an interesting way. Exotic things are not commonly used around. For instance, exotic plants in a greenhouse or exotic cuisine of an Italian restaurant. 

Let’s look at one such phrase ---- “Carpe diem”. This phrase is derived from Latin language but very widely used in the English language as well. This phrase means to pluck the day or seize the day which simply means that one should enjoy life while one can. For instance, youngsters these days believe in the same philosophy. They want to make most of the present. 

Now, imagine a situation when someone accused you of committing a serious blunder. You understand that it would be much better if you acceded to your folly instead of fighting back. So very honestly you say---Mea Culpa (My mistake)----guilty as charged. By saying so you make a gracious exit from an embarrassing situation. The phrase “Mea Culpa” also comes from the Latin language. Watch this video from our expert Spoken English trainer to learn more about such exclusive exotic phrases to enrich and enhance your vocabulary.