No. 387 in French

candidat

A person who applies for a job, position, or is nominated for an election.

In a sentence

Le candidat a présenté une excellente lettre de motivation.
The candidate submitted an excellent cover letter.
The word 'candidat' is used here to refer to an applicant or contender for a position or role.
Elle est candidate à une bourse d'études prestigieuse.
She is a candidate for a prestigious scholarship.
'Candidate' indicates a person applying or being considered for an opportunity, such as a scholarship.
Les candidats doivent respecter les règles de l'examen.
The candidates must adhere to the examination rules.
'Candidats' designates individuals participating in or preparing for an examination or contest.

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