Directeurs (en. Directors)

di-rɛktœʁ

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A person who fulfills management functions in a company.
The company's directors decided to increase salaries.
Les directeurs de l'entreprise ont décidé d'augmenter les salaires.
Head of a department or division.
The human resources director announced new policies.
Le directeur des ressources humaines a annoncé de nouvelles politiques.
Educator responsible for a school or institution.
School directors must ensure the quality of education.
Les directeurs d'école doivent garantir la qualité de l'enseignement.

Etymology

Comes from the Latin 'directores', meaning 'those who direct'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

publishing directors
People responsible for the publication of documents or written works.
directeurs de la publication
project directors
Professionals who oversee the progress of projects.
directeurs de projet
financial directors
Responsible for managing the finances of an organization.
directeurs financiers

Related Words

management
The action of directing or guiding.
direction
leader
A person who plays a leadership role.
dirigeant
directional
Relating to management or leadership.
directionnel

Slang Meanings

The bosses
The bosses are not always understanding.
Les patrons ne sont pas toujours compréhensifs.
The chiefs
The chiefs often change the rules at the last minute.
Les chefs changent souvent les règles au dernier moment.