* Phonetic Influence: The "w" sound in French is usually represented by "ou".
* Borrowed Words: The few words that do start with "w" are mostly borrowed from other languages, primarily English.
Here are some examples:
* Week-end: This is a French adaptation of the English word "weekend".
* Whisky: This is a French spelling of the English "whiskey".
* Wok: This is a borrowed word from Chinese, but is increasingly used in French.
* Waltz: Borrowed from German, but used in French for the dance.
* Washington: This name is a French adaptation of the English "Washington".
Let me know if you'd like to explore more about the French language!