La candidature
Example: La candidature doit être envoyée avant la fin du mois.
Definition
"La candidature" refers to the application or formal request submitted by a person seeking a position, job, or opportunity, often including a resume and cover letter. It represents the process of expressing interest and qualifications for consideration in human resources contexts.
Etymology
The word "la candidature" comes from the Latin term 'candidatus,' meaning 'clothed in white,' referring to Roman political candidates who wore white togas. Over time, it evolved in French to mean the act of applying or presenting oneself for a position or role.
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"La candidature" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - HR - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 182 commonly used words.
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