PROPER NOUN
Franken/ˈfʁaŋkn̩/Franconia; franc (currency name)
Franken is a German proper noun that means Franconia or franc (currency name). It is pronounced /ˈfʁaŋkn̩/.
Definitions
1.Franconia, a historical and geographical region in northern Bavaria(geography, region in Germany)
a.region in northern Bavaria, Germany
Franken ist bekannt für seinen Weinbau und seine malerischen Städte.—Franconia is known for its wine-growing and its picturesque towns.
2.franc, currency unit used in Switzerland and formerly in other countries(currency name, historical, Switzerland)
a.name of the official currency of Switzerland
In der Schweiz bezahlt man mit Franken.—In Switzerland one pays with francs.
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Franken" mean in English?
- "Franken" means Franconia or franc (currency name). It is a German proper noun.
- How do you pronounce "Franken"?
- "Franken" is pronounced /ˈfʁaŋkn̩/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What part of speech is "Franken"?
- "Franken" is a proper noun in German.
