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bosser — French Word of the Day in 20 seconds

to work — what the French actually say instead of 'travailler' · word of the day

A 20-second word-of-the-day drill on « bosser ».

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A 20-second drill on « bosser » (v. [bɔse] — to work — what the French actually say instead of 'travailler'): guess the meaning, then hear it in two real sentences. The full word-of-the-day page adds audio, related words and more examples.

🔊 The example sentences

Je peux pas, je bosse samedi matin.Can't make it, I'm working Saturday morning.
Elle a bossé toute l'année pour réussir son concours.She worked all year to pass her entrance exam.
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