Texture of hair is a genetic trait. If one has a curly moustache, it is a result of a curly moustache gene or gene combination. If many individuals of a specific region or ethnicity have a similar feature, it is a logical assumption that that common feature has become a dominant gene among that ethnicity.
No, not all French men have curly mustaches. Mustache styles vary among individuals and personal grooming preferences. It is a stereotype to suggest that all French men have curly mustaches.
The English word comes from the French moustache which comes from Italian mustaccio which comes from Greek mustax.
Spanish: rizado French: bouclé Italian: riccio German: lockig
Yes, both spellings (moustache, mustache) have a short U and a short A sound.
Hair growing between the nose and lip is a mustache.
No, not all French men have curly mustaches. Mustache styles vary among individuals and personal grooming preferences. It is a stereotype to suggest that all French men have curly mustaches.
The stereotype of French men having curly mustaches likely stems from cultural representations in art and media, particularly from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when such styles were popular among certain male figures in France. Mustaches were often styled to reflect personal flair and masculinity, with curly or twirled ends becoming a fashionable choice. This iconic image has persisted in popular culture, reinforcing the association of curly mustaches with French identity. Ultimately, it's a blend of historical fashion trends and cultural caricature.
The French word moustache is a cognate and means mustache.
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It is "moustache"
Poodles have curly fur and are associated with the French.
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It is called a "barbiche" in french.
Stanley French, hands down, has the most epic mustache of all time. I heard that one time, it strangled a Kodiak Bear to death in under 2 minutes...
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