Dirigeant (en. Leader)

/di.ʁi.ʒɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A person who holds executive power in a company or organization.
The leader of the company announced a new strategy.
Le dirigeant de l'entreprise a annoncé une nouvelle stratégie.
Head of state or government.
The leader took measures to improve the economy.
Le dirigeant a pris des mesures pour améliorer l'économie.
Leader of a political or social movement.
She has become an influential leader in her party.
Elle est devenue une dirigeante influente dans son parti.

Etymology

Comes from the verb 'diriger' which has Latin roots.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Business leader
A person who leads a company.
dirigeant d'entreprise
Political leader
A person who plays a leadership role in politics.
dirigeant politique
Union leader
Leader of a union representing workers.
dirigeant syndical

Related Words

To lead
To exercise authority or conduct over something.
diriger
Direction
The act of leading.
direction
Leadership
The ability to guide a group.
leadership

Slang Meanings

Boss
My boss decided to change strategy.
Mon patron a décidé de changer de stratégie.
Big boss
The big boss will be present at tomorrow's meeting.
Le big boss sera présent à la réunion de demain.