Translation of Spanish word "el trabajo" to English
el trabajo
/el tɾa.ˈβa.xo/
Meaning
NounEmployment. Labour, occupation, job.
How to use
El trabajo ('work / job') is masculine. Mercado de trabajo — Job market.
🇬🇧 English
the work/job
Example
Tengo mucho trabajo hoy.
I have a lot of work today.
Busco un trabajo nuevo.
I am looking for a new job.
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Common phrases
- trabajo en equipo— teamwork
- mercado de trabajo— job market
- buscar trabajo— to look for a job
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The Spanish word "el trabajo" means "the work/job" in English.
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