English–French

“frank” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/fʁɑ̃/

Example

Il est franc avec moi.

He is frank with me.

Illustration for franc (frank)

How to say “frank” in French

“Frank” in French is franc.

A speaker who removes the usual cushion from a message so its meaning stays immediately visible.

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

Example sentences with franc

C'est un homme franc.

He is a frank man.

Tips for using franc

  • Franc can sound stronger than neutral honesty because it may suggest bluntness, so tone and context affect whether it feels appreciative or critical.

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