parcours professionnel
The English phrase "work history" is translated into French as parcours professionnel.
parcours professionnel is used to describe the record of a person's past jobs and professional background. In the context of a resume or CV, a French speaker might use the term Curriculum Vitae (CV) or use the heading Expérience Professionnelle to describe their work history.
What does it mean word for word?
The word parcours literally means a path, route or course, which implies the specific trajectory of a person's career.
Which one should you use?
While both terms are related to one's background, parcours professionnel emphasizes the sequence and progression of different roles, whereas expérience professionnelle focuses more on the specific skills and the actual time acquired during work.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
In highly formal or academic contexts, you may encounter the term cursus to describe a person's professional or educational path.
Did you know?
- The word professionnel is derived from profession, which historically referred to a public declaration of faith or a vow, rather than just a paid job.
- The term parcours is also used in sports to describe a racecourse or a golf course, meaning a person's professional path is linguistically linked to a physical athletic track.
- The word parcours shares an unexpected ancestor with the English word 'peruse', which originally meant to travel through something thoroughly.
Examples in context
- J'ai inclus mon Curriculum Vitae qui détaille ma formation et mon expérience professionnelle.I have included my Curriculum Vitae which details my education and work experience.
- J'ai accumulé une solide expérience professionnelle dans le domaine du marketing.I have built a solid work history in the field of marketing.
- Mon parcours professionnel m'a permis de développer des compétences variées.My work history has allowed me to develop various skills.
- Pendant ma carrière, j'ai occupé différents postes dans le secteur financier.Throughout my career, I have held various positions in the financial sector.
- Elle a un parcours professionnel très impressionnant.She has a very impressive work history.
- Mon parcours professionnel a commencé dans la vente.My work history started in sales.
- Pouvez-vous résumer votre parcours professionnel ?Can you summarize your work history?
Example conversation
Gabriel and Chloé are discussing a job interview.
- ChloéEst-ce que tu as présenté ton parcours professionnel ?Did you present your work history?
- GabrielOui, et ils ont beaucoup aimé mon expérience.Yes, and they liked my experience a lot.
- ChloéC'est super, Gabriel !That is great, Gabriel!
- GabrielMerci, je croise les doigts.Thanks, I am crossing my fingers.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries parcours, professionnel, CC BY-SA 4.0.
