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The word "colleague" is a noun. It refers to a person with whom one works in a profession or business. Colleagues usually share similar responsibilities or belong to the same organization.
Colleague
The word 'colleague' originates from the Latin word 'collega', which means 'a partner in office or duty'. This Latin term is formed from 'com-' (together) and 'legare' (to assign or appoint).
The word 'colleague' is pronounced as /ˈkɒliːɡ/ in British English and /ˈkɑːliːɡ/ in American English. It is typically said with the stress on the first syllable.
The word 'colleague' can be used in a sentence such as, "I discussed the project details with my colleague at the meeting." When spelling 'colleague,' it's important to remember that it contains the uncommon combination of the letters 'gue' at the end, which is often a point of confusion, and it is crucial to use it in contexts related to workplace or professional relationships to maintain its proper meaning.