Most common phrases in French: Describing your job
Being able to describe your job in French can be useful in various situations, from social interactions to professional settings.
In this lesson, we will take a look at some of the most common phrases in French used to describe your job.
1. “Je suis… ” (I am…)
This is a simple and straightforward way of starting your job description. For example, “Je suis professeur” (I am a teacher).
2. “Je travaille comme…” (I work as…)
This sentence is used to indicate the type of work you do. For example, “Je travaille comme ingénieur” (I work as an engineer).
3. “Mon travail consiste à…” (My job consists of…)
This sentence is used to describe the specific duties or responsibilities of your job. For example, “Mon travail consiste à concevoir des produits” (My job consists of designing products).
4. “Je travaille dans le secteur de…” (I work in the field of…)
This sentence is used to describe the industry or sector in which you work. For example, “Je travaille dans le secteur de la finance” (I work in the finance industry).
5. “Je suis responsable de…” (I am responsible for…)
This sentence is used to describe the specific tasks or projects you are in charge of. For example, “Je suis responsable de la gestion des projets” (I am responsible for project management).
6. “Je travaille à temps plein/à temps partiel.” (I work full-time/part-time.)
This sentence is used to describe the number of hours you work per week. For example, “Je travaille à temps plein, 40 heures par semaine” (I work full-time, 40 hours per week).
7. “Je suis indépendant(e)/freelance.” (I am self-employed/freelance.)
This sentence is used to describe the nature of your work, whether you work for a company or on your own. For example, “Je suis indépendant, je travaille pour moi-même” (I am self-employed, I work for myself).
8. “Je suis en recherche d’emploi.” (I am job hunting.)
This sentence is used to indicate that you are currently looking for work. For example, “Je suis en recherche d’emploi dans le domaine de la communication” (I am job hunting in the field of communications).
9. “Je suis en stage.” (I am doing an internship.)
This sentence is used to indicate that you are currently doing an internship. For example, “Je suis en stage chez une agence de publicité” (I am doing an internship at an advertising agency).
10. “Je suis en congé.” (I am on vacation/leave.)
This sentence is used to indicate that you are not currently working due to vacation or other types of leave. For example, “Je suis en congé pour deux semaines” (I am on vacation for two weeks).
In conclusion, these are some of the most common phrases in French used to describe your job. By learning these phrases, you can effectively describe your job in French and communicate with others in various settings.
Whether you are in a professional or social context, being able to describe your job can help you connect with others and expand your network.