Definitions
Franc is a noun that refers to the currency of several countries, including Switzerland and France.
Example
I exchanged my dollars for Swiss francs.
Example
The franc has been appreciating against the dollar.
Frank is an adjective that means honest, direct, and straightforward. It can also be used as a noun to refer to a member of a Germanic people who inhabited parts of the Roman Empire.
Example
She gave me a frank opinion about my work.
Example
He is of Frankish descent.
Tips To Remember the Differences
Here are a few tips to easily distinguish the difference between these words while keeping in mind the description we've provided:
To remember the difference between these two words, you could associate franc with currency, and frank with honesty. Think of the phrase 'Honest as Frank' to help you remember.
Remember this!
Remember, franc is a currency, while frank means honest or straightforward.
