le sans-papiers, la sans-papiers
A masculine or feminine noun is a noun can be masculine or feminine depending on the gender of the person or animal it refers to (e.g., le footballeur, la footballeuse).
masculine or feminine noun
1.
A word or phrase that doesn't change according to the number or gender of the thing it describes (e.g., les chiens marron).
(invariable)
(illegal alien)
a. undocumented immigrant
Les sans-papiers jouent un rôle vital dans la communauté locale.Undocumented immigrants play a vital role in the local community.
b. illegal immigrant
Marc a aidé un sans-papiers à trouver un refuge sûr.Marc helped an illegal immigrant find a safe haven.
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