Le contrat de travail
Example: Le contrat de travail précise les droits et les devoirs des employés.
Definition
"Le contrat de travail" is a legal agreement between an employer and an employee that outlines the rights, responsibilities, and obligations of both parties during the period of employment. It specifies working conditions, salary, duties, and other employment terms.
Etymology
The term "le contrat de travail" originates from French, where "contrat" means 'contract' and "travail" means 'work'. It literally translates to 'work contract'. This phrase has been used historically to formalize employment relationships and ensure clarity between worker and employer.
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"Le contrat de travail" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - HR - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 182 commonly used words.
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