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“secretary” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/səkʁetɛʁ/

Example

Le secrétaire gère l'agenda du directeur.

The secretary manages the director's schedule.

Illustration for secrétaire (secretary)

How to say “secretary” in French

“Secretary” in French is secrétaire.

A person at the administrative center of a desk, coordinating schedules, correspondence, and files for others.

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

Example sentences with secrétaire

La secrétaire répond au téléphone et prend des messages.

The secretary answers the phone and takes messages.

Tips for using secrétaire

  • Job labels commonly specify the role with forms such as secrétaire de direction or secrétaire médical, since secrétaire alone covers several occupations.

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