The Big Apple:

An etymological dictionary

Investigating the origins of American words, names, quotations and phrases. Over 41,000 entries.

“I speak French (fries)”

"I speak French (fries)" is a jocular saying that has been printed on many images. "I speak fluent French (fries)" has also been printed on many images. "I speak French…

“I speak fluent French (fries)”

"I speak French (fries)" is a jocular saying that has been printed on many images. "I speak fluent French (fries)" has also been printed on many images. "I speak French…