it's all greek to me
Meaning: Incomprehensible or unintelligible.
Language: English
Literally: (Already vivid in English)
Category: The Absurd
Origin: The expression can be traced back as far as Shakespeare's play Julius Caesar, and probably originates from the idea that the Greek language uses a different alphabet from English, making it difficult for English speakers to hear or understand.
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