freelance in French

freelance in French is indépendant, à la pige, pigiste — freelance means a person who works independently for different clients rather than being employed long-term by one company.

freelance in French

indépendant

adj

Of, or relating to a freelance; without employment contract.

à la pige

adj

Of, or relating to a freelance; without employment contract.

pigiste

noun

Someone who sells their services to clients without a long-term employment contract.

freelance

noun

Someone who sells their services to clients without a long-term employment contract.

mercenaire

noun

(historical) A medieval mercenary.

What does "freelance" mean?

noun A person who works independently for different clients rather than being employed long-term by one company.
"She left her office job to become a full-time freelance writer."
adj Working independently for various clients rather than under a single employer.
"He does freelance photography for several local magazines."
verb To work independently for multiple clients rather than as a permanent employee.
"After being laid off, she started freelancing as a graphic designer."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

freelance in a sentence

She left her office job to become a full-time freelance writer.
He does freelance photography for several local magazines.
After being laid off, she started freelancing as a graphic designer.

Similar words in French

consultant contractor independent self-employed

Common French translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "freelance" in French?

"freelance" in French is indépendant, à la pige, pigiste. freelance means: A person who works independently for different clients rather than being employed long-term by one company.

How do you use "freelance" in a sentence?

Example: "She left her office job to become a full-time freelance writer." In French, "freelance" is indépendant, à la pige, pigiste.

Are there other ways to say "freelance" in French?

Yes — French has 5 translations listed for "freelance": indépendant, à la pige, pigiste, freelance, mercenaire.

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