Lingua franca
Nounसामान्य भाषा, संपर्क भाषा
Definition
A common language used among people with different native languages.
Contextual Sentence: "English serves as a lingua franca in international business."
💡 Memory Hook (Mnemonic): Think of 'lingua' (tongue) + 'franca' (Frankish)—a bridging language.
Synonyms
common tongue
pidgin
auxiliary language
Antonyms
native language
mother tongue