Gérer
Example: Elle sait bien gérer son temps entre travail et loisirs.
Definition
"Gérer" means to efficiently organize, control, or handle resources, tasks, or situations. For example, in the phrase 'Elle sait bien gérer son temps entre travail et loisirs,' it refers to managing time well between work and leisure activities.
Etymology
The French verb "gérer" comes from the Italian word 'gerire,' which itself traces back to the Latin 'gerere,' meaning 'to carry' or 'to conduct.' Did you know that its roots connect to the idea of carrying out or managing tasks, which perfectly fits its current meaning?
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"Gérer" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B1) - set 5", containing 113 commonly used words.
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