Franc

Pronunciation: /fræŋk/

Definitions of franc

noun a unit of currency in several countries, including Switzerland and Guinea

Example Sentences

A1 I have five francs in my pocket.

A2 She exchanged euros for francs at the bank.

B1 The franc is the currency used in Switzerland.

B2 The franc used to be the official currency in France.

C1 The Swiss franc is known for being a stable currency.

C2 Investors are keeping an eye on the franc's exchange rate.

Examples of franc in a Sentence

formal The currency used in France is the franc.

informal I heard the franc is worth a lot in Europe.

slang I need to exchange some francs for my trip to Paris.

figurative His love for her was worth more than a million francs.

Grammatical Forms of franc

• plural: francs
• comparative: more franc
• superlative: most franc
• present tense: franc
• future tense: will franc
• perfect tense: has franc
• continuous tense: is francing
• singular: franc
• positive degree: very franc
• infinitive: to franc
• gerund: francing
• participle: franced

Origin and Evolution of franc

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'franc' originated from the Latin word 'Francus' which referred to the Franks, a Germanic tribe that inhabited the region that is now modern-day France.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'franc' evolved to refer to various currencies in Europe, including the French franc and Swiss franc. It has also been used in the context of international finance and trade.