gérer

Senses

1. 1.

   to manage

   to organize, direct, or run (a business, project, resources, etc.)

2. 2.

   to handle

   to deal with or cope with (a situation, problem, or emotion)

3. 3.

   to administer

   to have official control or oversight of (funds, property, affairs)

Examples

• "Elle gère une petite entreprise depuis dix ans."

  She has been managing a small business for ten years.

• "Je dois gérer mon stress avant l'examen."

  I need to handle my stress before the exam.

• "Il gère mal son temps et arrive toujours en retard."

  He manages his time poorly and is always late.

Usage

Gérer is a common, neutral verb used in professional and everyday contexts. It often collocates with nouns like "temps" (time), "stress," "finances," "projet" (project), and "ressources" (resources). The verb is more formal than colloquial synonyms like "s'occuper de" (to take care of).