frances
word
/ˈfɹænsɪs/
FRAN-sis
/ˈfrɑːnsɪs/
FRAHN-sis
Definition
Frances is a female given name used in English-speaking countries.
Usage & Nuances
'Frances' is exclusively a female first name, not to be confused with 'Francis' (male). Sometimes shortened to 'Fran'. Formal or familiar depending on context.
Spanish: Frances (nombre propio)Portuguese (BR): Frances (nome próprio)Portuguese (PT): Frances (nome próprio)Chinese (Simplified): 弗朗西斯 (人名)Chinese (Traditional): 弗朗西絲 (人名)Hindi: फ्रांसेस (नाम)Arabic: فرانسيس (اسم علم)Bengali: ফ্রান্সেসRussian: Фрэнсис (женское имя)Japanese: フランシスVietnamese: FrancesKorean: 프랜시스Turkish: FrancesUrdu: فرانسزIndonesian: Frances
Example Sentences
Everyone calls her Frances, but her nickname is Fran.
natural
Frances just started her new job downtown.
natural
Frances is my best friend.
basic
Frances likes to play the piano.
basic
Her name is Frances.
basic
I've known Frances since we were kids.
natural