Franssei

Sranan Tongo

Etymology

Literally, “the French side”, compound of Frans (“French”) +‎ sei (“side”). Compare Ingrissei (“Guyana”).

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /fɾansːei̯/, [fɾa̠nsːɪ̞i̯], [fɾɑ̟nsːe̝i̯]

Proper noun

Franssei

  1. (informal) French Guiana (an overseas department and administrative region of France in South America)
    Synonyms: Franskayana, Kayana
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