Francophone
(adjective)
Relating to or having knowledge of the French language.
Origin:
From the french word 'francophone', which comes from 'franc' meaning french and '-phone' meaning speaker.
Examples:
- The francophone community in Canada is one of the largest in the world.
- The francophone conference brought together speakers from around the world to discuss French language and culture.
- The francophone singer's smooth and soulful voice captivated audiences.
- The francophone countries of Africa are home to some of the most vibrant and diverse cultures on the continent.
- The francophone author's books have been translated into many languages and have become bestsellers around the world.