English–French

“cushy job” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/sinekyʁ/

Example

Il a obtenu une sinécure.

He got a cushy job.

Illustration for sinécure (cushy job)

How to say “cushy job” in French

“Cushy job” in French is sinécure.

A paid post with a title but little or no real work behind it.

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

Example sentences with sinécure

Son emploi est une sinécure : il n'a presque rien à faire.

His job is a sinecure: he has almost nothing to do.

Tips for using sinécure

  • Sinécure is feminine, so the singular form is une sinécure; it often carries a critical or ironic tone.

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