précaire

This is the 1912th most frequent French word.

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précaire

Unstable or insecure.


The word 'précaire' is used here to describe an unstable or uncertain financial state.

Sa situation financière est précaire, il doit trouver un emploi rapidement.

His financial situation is precarious; he needs to find a job quickly.


In this sentence, 'précaire' characterizes the bridge as unsafe or unreliable.

Elle marche sur un pont précaire fait de bois vieux et glissant.

She walks on a precarious bridge made of old and slippery wood.


Here, 'précaire' describes a business agreement lacking security or stability.

Le contrat qu'on lui propose est précaire et ne garantit pas un revenu stable.

The contract being offered to him is precarious and does not ensure a steady income.