Work in Spanish
The Spanish word for 'work' is 'trabajar', pronounced trah-bah-HAHR (IPA: /tɾaβaˈxaɾ/). It is an A1-level verb.
Pronunciation: trah-bah-HAHR
| Spanish | trabajar |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | trah-bah-HAHR · /tɾaβaˈxaɾ/ |
| Part of speech | verb |
| Level | A1 (beginner-friendly) |
Example Sentences with 'trabajar'
- Trabajo en un hospital.
I work in a hospital. - ¿Dónde trabajas?
Where do you work? - Ayer trabajé diez horas.
Yesterday I worked ten hours. - Trabajemos juntos en este proyecto.
Let's work together on this project.
Common Phrases with 'trabajar'
- trabajar duro
to work hard - trabajar tiempo completo
to work full-time
How to Use 'trabajar'
Completely regular -ar verb. Note that when a machine 'works' (functions), Spanish uses funcionar, not trabajar: el ascensor no funciona.
Regional note: Colloquial synonyms vary by country: chambear (Mexico, Peru), laburar (Argentina, Uruguay), currar (Spain).
Related Vocabulary
Keep going: review present tense conjugation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you say 'work' in Spanish?
'Work' in Spanish is 'trabajar', pronounced trah-bah-HAHR.
How do you spell 'trabajar'?
It is spelled t-r-a-b-a-j-a-r.
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