Romanian · Work & Business
coleg
Colleague
Beginnernoun · m
Definition
A person you work or study with.
Example
Colegii mei sunt prietenoși.
My colleagues are friendly.
Etymology
'Colegul' derives from the Latin 'collega', meaning 'partner' or 'associate'. The term retains its meaning in both academic and professional settings in Romanian.
How & Where It’s Used
'Colegul' is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, referring to classmates or work colleagues. There are no significant regional variations.