What is another word for francophile?

Pronunciation: [fɹˈankəfˌa͡ɪl] (IPA)

A francophile is someone who admires and loves the French language, culture, and people. There are several synonyms that can be used to describe someone who shares these interests. A Francophilist is someone who is passionate about France and its culture. A Gallophile is another word used to describe a Francophile. A Francophilic individual is interested in French art, fashion, food, and literature. Francophilous is a word that can be used to describe someone who is enthusiastic about France and its culture. A Francolover is someone who has a deep love for everything French-related. A Francophile can also be described as a Francophone, which refers to someone who speaks French or knows the language well.

Synonyms for Francophile:

What are the hypernyms for Francophile?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    europhile, Admirer of French culture, Admirer of French language, Lover of France, Student of French culture, Student of French language.

Usage examples for Francophile

His easy-going nature adapted itself readily to the two wholly separate lives he lived, and though secretly preferring the months spent with his regiment he contrived to extract every possible enjoyment from the periods of leave for which he returned to the tribe where, laying aside the picturesque uniform his ardent soul rejoiced in and scrupulously suppressing every indication of his francophile inclinations he resumed with consummate tact the somewhat invidious position of younger son of the house.
"The Shadow of the East"
E. M. Hull
So far had his francophile tendencies taken him.
"The Shadow of the East"
E. M. Hull
Craven stood for the past, he was a link with the life the francophile Arab was reluctantly surrendering.
"The Shadow of the East"
E. M. Hull

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