Externe
Example: Le consultant externe a aidé à résoudre le problème rapidement.
Definition
"Externe" is a noun in French referring to an individual or entity that is outside a particular organization or system, often hired or consulted from outside to provide expertise or services, such as an external consultant assisting in problem-solving.
Etymology
The French word "externe" comes from the Latin 'externus,' meaning 'outside' or 'external.' It entered French through Old French and has retained its meaning related to being outside or external to a group or system. Did you know? The root 'externus' is also the source of the English word 'external.'
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"Externe" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B1) - set 4", containing 113 commonly used words.
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