What does "à temps plein" mean in French?
"à temps plein" is the French word for "full-time".
à temps plein /atˈɑ̃plˈɛ̃/ · adverb · CEFR B2. French translation of "full-time".
See also: Translation page (English → French)
Translation and Meaning
- Word: à temps plein
- Language: French
- Meaning: full-time
- IPA: /atˈɑ̃plˈɛ̃/
- CEFR Level: B2
- Part of speech: adverb
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Example Sentences
- Elle travaille à temps plein à l'hôpital. English: She works full time at the hospital.
- Il étudie à temps plein pour préparer l'examen. English: He studies full-time to prepare for the exam.
- Ils proposent des postes à temps plein pour les nouveaux diplômés. English: They offer full-time positions for new graduates.
When and How to Use "à temps plein"
Use "à temps plein" when you want to talk about "full-time" in French. It functions as "adverb". Because it appears in B2 material, it is a practical word to practice early in your French study. Use the example sentences above to notice common word order and nearby words.
Frequently asked questions
What CEFR level is "à temps plein"?
"à temps plein" is tagged at CEFR B2 in SmartWords French vocabulary content.
What part of speech is "à temps plein"?
"à temps plein" is tagged as a adverb in SmartWords.
Can you show "à temps plein" in a sentence?
Elle travaille à temps plein à l'hôpital.
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