lingua franca

Noun

A language that is adopted as a common language between speakers whose native languages are different.

ریشه

From Italian 'lingua franca' (Frankish language), referring to a hybrid language used in the Mediterranean during the Middle Ages.

مثال

• English has become the lingua franca of international business.
• In many tourist destinations, English serves as the lingua franca for communication.
• During the colonial era, French often served as the lingua franca in diplomatic circles.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Use a lingua franca Learn a lingua franca Speak a lingua franca Serve as a lingua franca