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What has the word 'French' all of French? No, 'I was wrong because I believed' !

In English, there are many things that start with "French" like: French fries, French bulldog (French bull dog), French toast (French toast) .

It is true that the above items have "debt" with France. But say they come from this country 100%? No, because .

1. French fries: French fries are French, or Belgian?

"French fries " if translating each word means "French fries ". Usually, it is understood as potato chips. But the origin of this dish is still controversial.

Both the French and their neighbors - the Belgians, think their country is the cradle of chips.

Belgians think fries must be "Belgian fries".

According to the Belgian tale, in the 18th century, farmers in the Meuse Valley often ate fried fish, caught in the river. But in the winter, the river freezes, forcing them to find other materials.

And potatoes are the brightest candidates because it's . too cheap. From there, the potatoes are chopped and fried like the other fish.

In World War I, British and American soldiers stationed in Belgium learned the French fries and helped spread it. However, since the Belgian army was speaking French, the dish was called "French fries". Belgians think that this is an undesirable mistake.

On the French side, they assumed that French fries originated on the banks of the Seine, also from the 18th century. This is a place that specializes in street vendors with hot chestnuts, fried foods, .

Then, in the 19th century, French fries - French fries followed French chefs traveling to many American cities and became extremely popular.

In short, the French fries originated in Europe around the 18th century. But from any country, no one is 100% sure.

2. French kissing: French kiss but learning . Italians?

"French kissing" - a very deep French kiss - not really . from France.

France is a country of romance, which everyone recognizes. But "French kissing" - a very deep French kiss - not really . from France.

In fact, since ancient times, the French have used the word "baiser Florentin" or "Florentine kiss" to refer to this kiss, emphasizing its origin as the Italian city of Florence - another place equally beautiful and romantic.

Later, at the end of World War I, British and American soldiers saw French couples meet again after the war, exchanging the most passionate kisses. In a moment of surprise, they called the kiss "French kissing" and spread it around the world.

In France, even though the kisses have existed for thousands of years with "all things" , but until May 2013, the verb "se galocher" only means deep kissing, using the tongue to officially enter the dictionary France.

3. French bulldog: small bull dog, is the descendant of the British bull

Saying that the French bull dog (French cow dog) from France is not wrong. But its original source must be from the UK.

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In the second half of the nineteenth century, the British textile industry spread to France, many British tailors also came to France. And one of the things they absolutely must bring is . little bullies, put on their thighs to heat when sewing.

Later, the bull dog is bred with a terrier (medium or small size, mouse digger). The result is a super adorable bull breed, petite appearance.

Then it is still called bull. But the British do not agree, because bull dogs originated from England and are one of the cultural symbols of this country.

So the new breed is called the French bull. Since then, through many times of breeding, the French bull has changed a lot but still retains the old name.

4. French toast: French toast, very delicious and originated from . Roman Empire

This dish originated in the Roman Empire in the 5th century.

"French toast " is understood as slices of delicious toast, served with fried eggs or jam and fruit. Before coming to France, this dish originated in the Roman Empire in the 5th century. Its original name was Pan Dulcis.

According to the ancient book, the Romans cut the bread, dipped it over the mixture of eggs and milk, and then grilled it with cooking oil or butter.

The French still apply the same method. And because the bread disappeared, soaking in the bowl of milk with eggs, it was called "pain perdu" or "lost bread" !

Today, the French use that ancient name "pain perdu" . Only Americans use the name "French toast" only!

5. French dressing: French salad dressing, modified by . US

This sauce has only half the "blood" of France.

When you come to America and order salad with French dressing, you will be served an eye-catching sweet and red sauce. The same thing will not happen in France.

French salad sauce has a simple name "la vinaigrette" , meaning vinegar sauce. It is made from oil, vinegar and mustard.

However, when coming to the US in the 1950s and being produced in bottled form, Americans added chicken chili with tomatoes - which helped create a beautiful red orange color.

At the same time, for the product to sell better, Americans put the very name "French dressing" down , even though the sauce only has half the "blood" of France.

6. And finally, introduce French manicure - French nail set from . Hollywood!

The first customers "dead tired" with this type of nails are ladies in Paris.

Featured French manicure is a light pink or nude color nail polish, but the exterior paint is white.

This nail polish was created by Jeff Pink make-up artist when he worked in Hollywood. However, the first customers "dead to death" with new types of nails are models and ladies in Paris.

So, Mr. Jeff Pink named "French manicure" - French nails to appreciate the first customers!

Indeed, many things thought "100% French" but they were actually wrong. The name doesn't say it all right?