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I would be quite happy if we had a word for the language of France that was distinct from the adjective. It's not uncommon that I need to pause and clarify (typ
by paledot 3y ago
I would be quite happy if we had a word for the language of France that was distinct from the adjective. It's not uncommon that I need to pause and clarify (typically "French people", that is, native francophones vs. residents of France). Not sure why more ambiguity is to be sought after.
- Liquid_Fire 3y agoMaybe I'm misunderstanding you, but I would never interpret "French people" to mean anything other than people from France (not necessarily resident in France though). If we're referring to language then it would be something like "French speakers", or "native French speakers" if you want to be specific.
- simbolit 3y agoHe meant "French" primarily means "French people" and only secondarily "French language". I'd try to distinguish this with a definite article, like "the French" vs "French", but what do I know?
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