How do you say "Dear colleagues" in French?

"Dear colleagues" in French is "Chers collègues". This phrase is commonly used in France.

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How to Say ‘Dear colleagues’ in French

Q: What does "Chers collègues" mean in English?

"Chers collègues" means "Dear colleagues" in English. Usage tip: [Cher] changes to plural [chers] with a plural group: [Cher collègue] but [Chers collègues]. The final [s] in [chers] is usually heard here because it links into the vowel at the start of [collègues]: (shayr-koh-lehg).

Chers collègues

shehr koh-lehg

[shehr koh-lehg]

💬 Usage Tip: [Cher] changes to plural [chers] with a plural group: [Cher collègue] but [Chers collègues]. The final [s] in [chers] is usually heard here because it links into the vowel at the start of [collègues]: (shayr-koh-lehg).

Phrase Breakdown

Chers

[shehr]

Dear

A cordial greeting used when addressing colleagues.

Example

Chers collègues, nous avons une réunion demain.

Dear colleagues, we have a meeting tomorrow.

collègues

[koh-lehg]

Colleagues

People one works with in a profession or business.

Example

Chers collègues, voici le rapport.

Dear colleagues, here is the report.

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