syndicat
The English phrase labour union is translated into French as syndicat.
The word syndicat is the standard term used to refer to a labour union or a trade union. The related noun syndicalisme refers to the concept of trade unionism or the movement of labour unions.
Which one should you use?
In certain business contexts, syndicat can mean a syndicate or a group of people, but in a general social context, it most commonly refers to a labour union.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In some French-speaking regions, particularly in Belgium, Syndicat professionnel is used to refer to professional or trade unions.
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of syndicat is syndicats.
Did you know?
- The term syndicalisme révolutionnaire refers to a historical French political movement that believed labour unions, rather than political parties, should lead the overthrow of capitalism.
- In France, the term syndicat is often used to describe an association of municipalities or local governments working together, not just workers.
- The word syndicat is closely linked to the term syndic, which refers to a person who manages a building or a group of properties.
Examples in context
- Je pense qu'un syndicat de travailleurs est nécessaire pour protéger les intérêts des employés.I believe a labour union is necessary to protect employees' interests.
- Notre entreprise est en négociation avec un syndicat des travailleurs pour améliorer les conditions de travail.Our company is in negotiations with a labour union to improve working conditions.
- Le syndicat ouvrier a organisé une réunion pour discuter des problèmes liés aux salaires.The labour union organized a meeting to discuss wage-related issues.
- Il appartient à un syndicat.He belongs to a labour union.
- Le syndicat a organisé une grève.The labour union organized a strike.
- Elle travaille pour un syndicat local.She works for a local labour union.
Example conversation
Gabriel and Chloé are talking about their jobs at the office.
- GabrielTu es adhérente au syndicat, Chloé ?Are you a member of the labour union, Chloé?
- ChloéOui, je le suis depuis un an.Yes, I have been for a year.
- GabrielLe syndicat protège vraiment les employés ?Does the labour union really protect the employees?
- ChloéOui, c'est très utile pour nous.Yes, it is very useful for us.
