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franquicia means franchise — a common term in Spanish for Business. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: September 24, 2025

💼 Spanish for Business

franquicia

noun • /[fran-kee-SEE-ah]/

franchise

Example:

Consideramos abrir una franquicia local.

We are considering opening a local franchise.

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🧠 What does franquicia mean?

In Spanish, 'franquicia' primarily refers to a franchise, just like in English. This means the authorization granted by a company to an individual or group to sell its goods or services using its trademark, branding, and business model. It can also refer to the actual business operating under this agreement, or more generally to the right or privilege granted by an authority. Less commonly, it can refer to an exemption or an excess amount not covered by insurance (deductible).

📚 Extra examples

  • McDonald's es una franquicia global.
    McDonald's is a global franchise.
  • Ella quiere abrir una franquicia de una cafetería.
    She wants to open a coffee shop franchise.
  • La franquicia me costó un millón de pesos.
    The franchise cost me one million pesos.
  • Tengo que pagar la franquicia del seguro.
    I have to pay the insurance deductible.
  • El gobierno le otorgó la franquicia para operar el canal de televisión.
    The government granted him the franchise to operate the television channel.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'franchise' in Spanish?
The word for 'franchise' in Spanish is 'franquicia'.
How do you pronounce 'franquicia' in Spanish?
It's pronounced frank-EE-thee-ah (IPA: /fɾaŋˈkiθja/). The 'c' before 'i' makes the 'th' sound as in 'thin'.
How do you use 'franquicia' in a sentence?
Here are a few examples: 'Compró una franquicia de comida rápida' (He/She bought a fast-food franchise), or 'La franquicia del seguro es muy alta' (The insurance deductible is very high).
What is the English translation of 'franquicia'?
The most common English translation is 'franchise'.
Does 'franquicia' change for gender or number?
No, 'franquicia' is always feminine and its plural is 'franquicias'.
Is 'franquicia' common in everyday Spanish?
While not as common as basic vocabulary, 'franquicia' is used regularly, especially in business and financial contexts.
Does 'franquicia' have slang or double meanings?
Not really. Its meaning is generally straightforward related to business or legal contexts. The deductible meaning is less frequent.
Is 'franquicia' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The meaning and usage of 'franquicia' are largely the same across Spain and Latin America.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "franquicia"

Synonyms: concesión, privilegio, autorización

💡 Did You Know?

The concept of franchising has ancient roots, dating back to the Middle Ages! While the modern form emerged later, the idea of granting rights to operate a business in a specific territory has existed for centuries.

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