VocabJLPT N1
franc (currency)
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. franc (currency)
This is the name of the basic unit of currency used in France and some other countries, particularly in Africa. It is written in katakana as a loanword and is used when discussing money or economics related to those regions.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I'm going back and forth on whether to buy francs right now.

Sentence 2

Last week's data showed an increase in demand for the franc.

Sentence 3

Oh great, francs are all I have left in my wallet!

Sentence 4

My boss jokingly said, "Just bring me some francs."

Sentence 5

I'll swing by the bank and pick up a few francs while I'm at it.