Usage Note
Assistant describes a person who helps or supports: assistante is the feminine form. The phrase assistant social means 'social worker', and assistant personnel refers to a personal assistant.
Examples
"L'assistant prend des notes pendant la réunion."
Natural Translation
The assistant takes notes during the meeting.

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