How to Pronounce Francophone

To pronounce "francophone", say FRANC-oph-on-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈfɹæŋkɒfəʊn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˈfɹæŋkɒfəʊn/

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💡 Tip for remembering “francophone”

"francophone" has 4 syllables: franc-oph-on-e. It rhymes with moan and groan, if that helps it stick.

What does francophone mean?

noun

  1. A person who speaks French, especially as their mother tongue.

adjective

  1. French-speaking.

Words that rhyme with francophone

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Related words

francophoniefrenchanglophoneenglishoifheritagebilingualminority

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "francophone"?▾

"Francophone" has 4 syllables: franc · oph · on · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "francophone"?▾

The IPA transcription of "francophone" is /ˈfɹæŋkɒfəʊn/.

What does "francophone" mean?▾

Francophone: A person who speaks French, especially as their mother tongue.

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