Gérer
Example: Elle doit gérer plusieurs projets en même temps au travail.
Definition
"Gérer" means to manage or handle tasks, responsibilities, or situations effectively, often involving organizing resources or coordinating activities. For example, "Elle doit gérer plusieurs projets en même temps au travail" means she must manage several projects simultaneously at work.
Etymology
The French verb "gérer" originates from the Latin word "gerere," which means to carry, conduct, or manage. Over time, it evolved to specifically mean managing or handling affairs. Did you know? The same Latin root also gave rise to English words like "gesture," originally meaning to carry meaning through movement.
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"Gérer" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B1) - set 2", containing 113 commonly used words.
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