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franchise

[/ˈfræntʃaɪz/]
nounfemininepl: franchises / franquias
franquia
1. A business licensed to sell a company's products or services in a particular area
He invested in a McDonald's franchise.
Ele investiu em uma franquia do McDonald's.
2. The right or license granted by a company to an individual or group to operate a business under its name and system
The company offers franchise opportunities across the country.
A empresa oferece oportunidades de franquia em todo o país.
3. A series of movies, books, games, or other entertainment products related by a common theme or characters
The Star Wars franchise is one of the most successful in entertainment history.
A franquia Star Wars é uma das mais bem-sucedidas na história do entretenimento.
4. The right to vote
Women fought for franchise in the early 20th century.
As mulheres lutaram pelo direito de voto no início do século XX.
Synonyms
licenseconcessioncharterbrand extension
Antonyms
independenceautonomous business

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
franquia
Most common term used in business contexts
São Paulo
franquia
Standard usage in commercial and franchise industry
Rio de Janeiro
franquia
Standard usage, sometimes 'concessão' in older contexts
Portugal
franquia
Standard usage; 'direito de voto' for the voting rights meaning

Related Idioms & Phrases

franchise player - a star player who is crucial to a team's success
franchise extension - expanding a successful brand into new markets or media
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