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collègue

English translation of collègue

colleague

The French word 'collègue' is used similarly to the English word 'colleague'. It refers to someone you work with, particularly someone who holds a similar position in your workplace or profession. It can be used regardless of the gender or number of individuals referred to. For example, 'Mon collègue travaille aussi sur ce projet' means 'My colleague is also working on this project'.


Example sentences using: collègue

Mon collègue parle plusieurs langues.

English translation of Mon collègue parle plusieurs langues.

My colleague speaks several languages.

In this sentence, it is mentioned that the colleague is multilingual.

Mon collègue a perdu ses clés.

English translation of Mon collègue a perdu ses clés.

My colleague has lost his keys.

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Mon collègue est vraiment sympa.

English translation of Mon collègue est vraiment sympa.

My colleague is really nice.

This French sentence is used to express positive sentiment about one's coworker using the adjective 'sympa' which means 'nice' in English.

J'ai déjeuné avec mon collègue.

English translation of J'ai déjeuné avec mon collègue.

I had lunch with my colleague.

This French sentence is simply expressing the fact that one has had lunch with their colleague.

Mon collègue a un nouveau poste.

English translation of Mon collègue a un nouveau poste.

My colleague has a new position.

It indicates that your coworker has been given a new role or job designation.

Mon collègue voyage souvent pour le travail.

English translation of Mon collègue voyage souvent pour le travail.

My colleague often travels for work.

This sentence communicates that the coworker often goes on work-related trips.

Je partage un bureau avec mon collègue.

English translation of Je partage un bureau avec mon collègue.

I share an office with my colleague.

It means that you and your coworker are using the same workspace.

Mon collègue m'aide toujours avec mon travail.

English translation of Mon collègue m'aide toujours avec mon travail.

My colleague always helps me with my work.

This sentence appreciates a coworker who consistently assists with your work.

Mon collègue prend un congé sabbatique.

English translation of Mon collègue prend un congé sabbatique.

My colleague is taking a sabbatical leave.

This phrase means that the coworker is taking a break from work for a while, usually for reasons such as rest or studying.

J'ai rencontré mon collègue au supermarché.

English translation of J'ai rencontré mon collègue au supermarché.

I met my colleague at the supermarket.

The sentence is talking about an unexpected encounter with a coworker at a supermarket.

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