French Conversation · Level 39
74 words
French word
leader
Pronunciation
IPA/lidœʁ/
Meaning
- masculine nounleader
Example
Le leader de l'équipe a pris une décision importante.
The team leader made an important decision.
More examples
Il est considéré comme un leader naturel dans son entreprise.
He is considered a natural leader in his company.
Core concept
The person who stands at the head of a group and keeps its members moving in the same direction.
Common phrases
leader d'équipe
team leader
leader naturel
natural leader
leader du secteur
industry leader
Similar words
chef: A person who sets policy and directs people and work within a group or organization.
responsable: A person who manages a specific task or department and is accountable for its execution.
dirigeant: A senior organizational executive who makes policy and business decisions.
Definition in French
Personne reconnue comme chef d'une équipe ou d'un mouvement, qui conduit et coordonne les autres.
Word origin
Leader entered French as an English borrowing formed from lead and -er, a suffix that names the performer of an action.
Usage tips
- Leader often highlights influence or initiative, while chef more directly denotes the person formally in charge of a group.
Opposites
- suiveurfollowernoun
Related words
- leadershipleadershipnoun