French roast - speaking of coffee, the French have a roast all their own for their beans. It was originally known in France as poli à la cire (wax polish)French doors - the double exterior doors made of glass in a frame may be known as French doors or alternatively patio doors or balcony doors. The doors themselves date back to the Renaissance and the name 'French doors' is popular with US estate agents, because it makes them sound posh. AdvertisementFrench stick - the staple of French daily life, the baguette, is known off these French shores as French bread, or a French stick. French braid/ French plait - is a type of braided hairstyle and one of the very few 'French' terms that translates exactly, known as une tresse française.

Source: The Local May 23, 2023 22:02 UTC