How to Pronounce Francophones

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

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4

Syllables

12

Letters

/ˈfɹæŋkɒfəʊnz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “francophones”

"francophones" has 4 syllables: franc-oph-on-es.

What does francophones mean?

noun

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

Related words

anglophoneanglophonesenglishenglish-speakingfrancophoniefrenchfrench-speakinglanguage

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "francophones"?▾

"Francophones" has 4 syllables: franc · oph · on · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "francophones"?▾

The IPA transcription of "francophones" is /ˈfɹæŋkɒfəʊnz/.

What does "francophones" mean?▾

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

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