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    Confrère (en. Colleague)

    /kɔ̃fʁɛʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Member of a professional group or fraternity.
    The medical colleagues meet regularly to exchange ideas.
    Les confrères médecins se réunissent régulièrement pour échanger des idées.
    A person who shares the same values or interests.
    He has always regarded his colleagues as close friends.
    Il a toujours considéré ses confrères comme des amis proches.
    Member of a religious community.
    The members of the Franciscan order are known for their dedication.
    Les confrères de l'ordre franciscain sont connus pour leur dévouement.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'confrater', meaning 'brother'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    medical colleague
    Doctor who is a member of a professional association.
    confrère de la médecine
    comrades in arms
    Combat companions, soldiers sharing the same cause.
    confrères d'armes
    business associates
    Business partners or associates.
    confrères en affaires

    Related Words

    fraternity
    Association of people with common interests.
    confrérie
    brotherhood
    Bonds of friendship or solidarity among members of the same group.
    fraternité
    collegial
    Related to a group of people working together in a professional setting.
    collégial

    Slang Meanings

    Close friend or buddy.
    We are meeting among colleagues tonight to discuss.
    On se retrouve entre confrères ce soir pour discuter.
    Person in the same profession or field.
    All my colleagues from the industry are present at the conference.
    Tous mes confrères du secteur sont présents à la conférence.