English–French

“career” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/kaʁjɛʁ/

Example

Elle a une longue carrière en médecine.

She has had a long career in medicine.

Illustration for carrière (career)

How to say “career” in French

“Career” in French is carrière.

A professional path marked by successive roles, work, and achievements over time.

Full entry for carrière: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with carrière

Après dix ans, il a décidé de mettre fin à sa carrière.

After ten years, he decided to end his career.

Tips for using carrière

  • Carrière is feminine, so the usual forms are une carrière, cette carrière, and une longue carrière.

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