This is the 266th most frequent German word.
franken
"Franken" refers to a region in Germany or its inhabitants, specifically Franconia. It can also refer to the currency of Switzerland (Francs) in some contexts.
Here, 'Franken' refers to the Swiss currency.
Kannst du mir 50 Franken leihen?
Can you lend me 50 francs?
Here, 'Franken' refers to a name of a location.
Ich habe von einer Stadt namens 'Franken' gehört.
I have heard of a city named 'Franken'.
Here, 'Franken' refers to the Frankish people, a historically relevant group.