Vlaams

From of Dutch spoken in Belgium, the only real difference is the way they prenounce the words.

No difference in spelling or grammar.

Ik spreek Vlaams.

Dutch for: I speak Vlaams.
Vlaams for: I speak Vlaams.

by Jafje May 25, 2007

Virtuoso

Other word for connoisseur, with a small difference.

1. Exceptional performer: A musician who shows exceptional ability, technique, or artistry.

2. Talented person: Somebody who shows exceptional technique or ability in something.

3. Connoisseur: Somebody who is knowledgeable and cultivated in appreciating the fine arts.

She's such a virtuoso.

by Jafje April 10, 2007

Slagging

1) U.K. criticism: a series of insulting, mocking, or critical comments.

2) USA: To sleep with someone.

1) I took a right slagging over that haircut.
2) He's always slagging with his kid brother - it's disgusting.

by Jafje June 28, 2007

Refugee

A person who has to leave their home because of war or prosecution and tries to find shelter in another country.

That refugee ran from the war in his country.

by Jafje May 25, 2007

Exemption

1. Freedom from an obligation: Permission or entitlement not to do something that others are obliged to do.

2. Exempt person or thing: Somebody who or something that is exempt, e.g. income that is not taxed.

1. An exemption from jury duty.
2. A range of tax exemptions.

by Jafje April 10, 2007