Synonyms for

Francs

Verb / fræŋks / Another word for francs — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Francs are a unit of currency that was used in France before the introduction of the euro.

Synonyms & similar words

franc currency money cash coinage banknotes funds capital assets wealth treasure fortune bucks dough greenbacks moolah bread bucks chips silver gold

Formal

bravery valor courage audacity intrepidity

Informal

guts nerve pluck backbone courage

Literary

mettle boldness spirit

cowardice timidity fearfulness cravenness spinelessness funk quail

adjective frantic

Usage note

The word 'francs' is an archaic term, primarily used in older literature, to mean courage or spirit. It is rarely used in modern English.

1. My grandparents told me stories about how they used to buy things with francs.
2. You can't use francs in France anymore, they use euros now.
3. The exchange rate for francs to dollars is not very good right now.

1. 'I'm not a millionaire. I have a little over 400,000 francs, but that's all.' - Brigitte Bardot
2. 'I'm a millionaire, but I cut my own hair and I wear socks that cost a dollar. I don't need someone else to buy my groceries. I don't know what a franc looks like.' - Paul McCartney

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