人生的意义是什么？我活在世上就是为了吃薯条！

2022-01-17 09:06:17 每日学英语

National French Fries Day is on July 13. One wonders why it is called a "National" day, as French fries are popular around the world. It should be called an "International" day.

7月13日是国家炸薯条日。有人想知道为什么它被称为国家的节日，因为炸薯条在全世界都很受欢迎。它应该被称为国际日。

It's name might suggest a French origin. But, French Fries are believed to have originated in Belgium in the 17th century. Fried potatoes were substituted in the Belgium diet in winter months, when fish were not available to fry. From Europe, their popularity spread literally around the world.

它的名字虽然可能暗示着它的法国起源。但是，炸薯条其实被认为是起源于17世纪的比利时的。当比利时的冬季来临，没有鱼可以炸的时候，土豆就被油炸来代替鱼。薯条也就由欧洲开始，流行到了全世界。

French fries were introduced to the U.S. by President Thomas Jefferson. In the U.S., French fries are the most popular fast food item. Some of us get a burger, while others get a hot dog. Some people choose a chicken sandwich, while others opt for a steak bomber. But, almost every one of these dishes are served with a side order of French fries.

炸薯条是由托马斯·杰斐逊总统引入美国的。在美国，炸薯条是最受欢迎的快餐。有些人吃汉堡，有些人吃热狗。有些人会选择鸡肉三明治，而有些人则会选择牛排三明治。但是，几乎每一道菜都会配上炸薯条。

High in fiber, you can enjoy eating French fries anywhere in the world. When traveling, be prepared to place your order in the native language:

炸薯条富含纤维，在世界任何地方都可以吃到。旅行时，要准备好用当地语言下单：

In the U.S., they're called French fries.

In Belgium, they are known as "Belgium Fries".

The French call them "pomme frites".

In the UK, ask for an order of "Chips".

In Spain, they are called "patatas fritas".

Folks in some countries call them "finger chips"

They are also known as "Flemish Fries"