Is English your native (first) language?

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• yes (20%, 7 votes)
• no (70%, 24 votes)
• English is my main language, but I forgot how to speak in my native/first language (2%, 1 vote)
• Prefer not to tell (5%, 2 votes)

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The Etymology of “Dude”

"In fact, the word “dude” is thought to have originally been a shortening of “Yankee Doodle.” In the original, British-penned lyrics of the song, which were written to poke fun at Americaan troops during the French and Indian War, you’ll note that Yankee Doodle is described as a dandy who is a fabulous dancer and wears a dashing feather in his cap."

https://uselessetymology.com/2024/04/22/the-etymology-of-dude/

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The Etymology of “Dude”

This word first described men—especially Northeasterners—with a penchant for fashion, worldliness, and foreign fare. It also boasts a curious connection to “macaronic language.” Hey dud…

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