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“frank” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈfɾaŋko/

Example

Ella siempre es franca con sus amigos.

She is always frank with her friends.

Illustration for franco (frank)

How to say “frank” in Spanish

“Frank” in Spanish is franco.

A person saying exactly what they think without softening.

Full entry for franco: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with franco

Sé franco conmigo sobre tus opiniones.

Be frank with me about your opinions.

Tips for using franco

  • The adjective often sounds blunt to listeners, so in formal or delicate contexts speakers commonly soften criticism or give concrete examples to avoid offense.

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