A2 verb

débaucher

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The modern English word 'debauch' shares this same French root, highlighting the historical connection between leading someone astray and enticing them from their work.

Guide de prononciation

UK /de.bo.ʃe/
US /deɪˈboʊ.ʃeɪ/
second syllable
Rime avec
coucher toucher boucher
Erreurs fréquentes
  • Pronouncing the 'ch' sound like in 'church' instead of like 'sh' in 'shoe'.

Origine du mot

Old French 'desbaucher'

Sens originel : To lead astray, to corrupt, to debauch

Romance

Contexte culturel

In French business culture, 'débaucher' specifically refers to the act of recruiting an employee from a competitor, often implying a strategic and sometimes aggressive move to gain talent or competitive advantage. It carries a slightly stronger connotation of active recruitment or 'poaching' than simply hiring someone who is looking for a new job.

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