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subalterne (adjective)

Of lower status or rank; subordinate.

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Think of a SUBmarine (underwater) and an ALTERNate (someone who steps in for another). A subalterne is 'under' the perso...

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 'subalterne' for quality. → Ce produit est de qualité inférieure.

Saying 'une subalterne' with a different spelling. → Une employée subalterne.

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