Spanish phrase

¿De qué ~ es ~?

Meaning

What ___ does ___ come from?

When to use it

Asks where someone or something originates. Often used to ask about country or regional origin and can sound direct, so politeness is advised.

Example dialogue

¿De qué país es tu amigo?

What country does your friend come from?

Es mexicano.

He's Mexican.

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