public servant

• Personne employée par le gouvernement qui travaille dans le secteur public, généralement à un poste de la fonction publique, pour répondre aux besoins des citoyens et de l'État.

A person employed by the government who works in the public sector, typically in a civil service role, serving the needs of citizens and the state.

1. Government employeeB2formal

   A person who works for the government and serves the public, typically in a civil service role.

   fonctionnaire

   • The public servant helped citizens with their tax forms.
   • She has worked as a public servant in the city council for over a decade.
   • Public servants are expected to act with integrity and transparency.

2. Elected or appointed officialB2formal

   A person holding a position in government, such as a mayor, senator, or minister, who serves the community.

   Fonctionnaire élu ou nommé

   • The mayor is a dedicated public servant who listens to the people.
   • As a public servant, the senator worked on improving local infrastructure.
   • The commissioner was praised as an honest public servant.