French phrase
Quelle est l'origine de ~ ?
Meaning
What is the origin of ___?
When to use it
Asks about something's beginning or source. Used politely for the origin of an object, word, custom, or name, with a neutral tone.
Example dialogue
Quelle est l'origine de ce mot ?
What is the origin of this word?
Il vient du latin.
It comes from Latin.