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    Candidature (en. Candidacy)

    /kɑ̃.di.da.tyʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    File or procedure by which a person applies as a candidate.
    His application for the director position was accepted.
    Sa candidature au poste de directeur a été acceptée.
    The act of applying for a position.
    She submitted her application for the exchange program.
    Elle a déposé sa candidature pour le programme d'échange.
    The set of documents provided to apply.
    He submitted his complete application with his CV and cover letter.
    Il a soumis sa candidature complète avec son CV et sa lettre de motivation.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'candidatura', derived from 'candidatus', which means 'clad in white', referring to the white robe worn by candidates in ancient Rome.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to submit an application
    To submit an official request for a position.
    faire une candidature
    unsolicited application
    Application sent without a specific job offer.
    candidature spontanée
    to review a candidate's application
    To analyze a candidate's file.
    examiner une candidature

    Related Words

    candidate
    A person who proposes themselves for a position or role.
    candidat
    selection
    Process of choosing from multiple applications.
    sélection
    interview
    Meeting to discuss a candidacy.
    entrevue

    Slang Meanings

    Candi
    She got the job, did you see? She's a real candi!
    Elle a été prise pour le job, t'as vu ? C'est une vraie candi !
    File
    I sent in my file and I'm waiting for news.
    J'ai envoyé mon dossier et j'attends des nouvelles.