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Frenchman

FREHNCHMN

Frenchman (noun) means a man from France. Example: “The Frenchman ordered a coffee and croissant at the corner café.”

noun
1
A man from France.
"The Frenchman ordered a coffee and croissant at the corner café."

How to use Frenchman

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA man who is French, by birth or nationality.

Word forms

Frenchmen plural

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Etymology

From Middle English Frenshman, a straightforward compound of "French" and "man."

Origin: French

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Frenchman” mean?

The word “Frenchman” means a man from France. In plain terms, a man who is French, by birth or nationality.

How do you pronounce “Frenchman”?

“Frenchman” is pronounced FREHNCHMN (/ˈfɹɛnt͡ʃm(ə)n/ in IPA).

How do you use “Frenchman” in a sentence?

Here is “Frenchman” used in a sentence: “The Frenchman ordered a coffee and croissant at the corner café.”

What part of speech is “Frenchman”?

“Frenchman” is a noun.

Where does the word “Frenchman” come from?

The word “Frenchman” comes from French. From Middle English Frenshman, a straightforward compound of "French" and "man.".

Is “Frenchman” a common word?

“Frenchman” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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