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franchises

Pronunciation: [ˈfræn.tʃaɪzɪz]

Word

Learn how to use franchises in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “business”

(noun) a type of business agreement where one person or company allows another person or company to sell their products or services. Think of it like sharing a special recipe so that other people can sell food the same way you do.

Example

McDonald's is one of the most famous franchises in the world, allowing people to open their own restaurants.

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Not all small businesses are franchises; some are independent and do not follow a brand.

Example

What makes a franchise different from a regular business?

Context: “entertainment”

(noun) a series of related products, like movies, games, or books, that belong to the same story or theme. For example, a superhero movie can have many films and toys that are all part of the same franchise.

Example

The Star Wars franchise includes movies, TV shows, and toys that all tell stories about the same universe.

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That movie was not part of the popular franchise; it was a standalone film.

Example

How many franchises can you name that have video games and movies?

Context: “business”

(verb) to grant someone the rights to operate a business under a specific brand name or system. It's like giving permission for someone to use your name and ideas to sell something.

Example

The company decided to franchise its services, allowing others to open similar shops.

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They didn't franchise their business; they chose to keep it in one location.

Example

Is the company planning to franchise in other countries?

How to pronounce franchises

Pronunciation: [ˈfræn.tʃaɪzɪz]

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