English–French
“civil servant” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/fɔ̃ksjonɛʁ/
Example
Elle est fonctionnaire depuis dix ans.
She has been a civil servant for ten years.
How to say “civil servant” in French
“Civil servant” in French is fonctionnaire.
A public-service employee whose established role continues from year to year.
Example sentences with fonctionnaire
Mon frère travaille comme fonctionnaire à la mairie.
My brother works as a civil servant at city hall.
Tips for using fonctionnaire
- Fonctionnaire is usually a neutral occupational term, while English official can suggest an authority figure rather than simply a public employee.