No. 2,241 in French
fonctionnaire
A government employee or civil servant.
In a sentence
Le fonctionnaire travaille au ministère de l'Éducation.
The civil servant works at the Ministry of Education.
Here, 'fonctionnaire' refers to a person working in a government position, emphasizing their role within a specific ministry.
Elle rêve de devenir fonctionnaire pour contribuer à son pays.
She dreams of becoming a civil servant to contribute to her country.
In this sentence, 'fonctionnaire' illustrates an aspiration to hold a government position, showcasing the word's ideational value.
Les fonctionnaires doivent respecter des règles strictes dans l'exercice de leurs fonctions.
Civil servants must adhere to strict rules in the execution of their duties.
Here, 'fonctionnaire' is used in plural form, highlighting the general responsibilities and ethical framework of government employees.
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