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Francophile
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frangkohfyl
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Simple meaning
What does Francophile mean?
Someone who admires French culture.
Dictionary definition
A person who admires France, French culture, or the French language.
Example sentences
Francophile in a sentence
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The Francophile enjoyed French films.
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A Francophile may study French history and language.
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Francophile describes appreciation for France, French culture, or French-speaking life.
Synonyms
Words like Francophile
French admirerSomeone who likes French culture.
FrenchRelated word that supports the meaning of francophile.
Antonyms
Opposite words
FrancophobeSomeone who dislikes French culture.
opposite ideaA contrasting idea to francophile, depending on context.
Word family
Francophile word family
Base word
francophile
noun
francophiles
More than one francophile.
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Practice 1
What does francophile mean?
Francophile means someone who admires French culture.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to francophile?
French Admirer is close in meaning to francophile in the right context.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of francophile?
Francophobe contrasts with francophile.
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