# fries

/ˈfɹaɪz/ (US) · /fɹˈaɪz/ (UK)

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/fries
Updated: 2026-08-15

## Senses

### 1. fried potato strips

noun · CEFR A1 · American English

thin pieces of potato that have been cooked in hot oil until they are crispy.

For teachers: thin strips of potato deep-fried until crisp; an abbreviation of 'French fries' common in North American and Philippine English.

- I ordered a large burger with a side of salty fries and a soda.
- The restaurant gained a local reputation for serving hand-cut fries seasoned with a proprietary blend of herbs and sea salt.

Usage: Usually used in the plural form; the singular 'fry' is rare when referring to a single piece of potato.

## Examples

- I would like a burger with a side of fries.
- The restaurant serves its burgers with a generous portion of salty, golden-brown fries and a small cup of ketchup.
- While traditional fries are made from white potatoes, many modern bistros offer sweet potato alternatives seasoned with rosemary and sea salt to provide a more complex flavor profile.

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